Is Aunt Jemima Syrup Gluten Free? Plus a Recipe to Make GF Pancake Syrup

Last Updated on July 2, 2024

Pancakes are delicious by themselves, but adding syrup just makes them even sweeter (excuse the pun!). Is there anything more decadent than a stack of pancakes or waffles with pancake syrup poured all over? I think not!

But is pancake syrup typically gluten-free? Let’s take a look.

Is Aunt Jemima Syrup Gluten Free?

According to The Gluten Free Bar, Aunt Jemima Pancake Syrup is considered gluten-free. And receives a 9/10 in terms of safety of consumption, when following a gluten-free diet. It’s important to note that although this product contains no gluten-containing ingredients, the product does not make any gluten-free claims.

This means that it may have been a victim of cross-contact. Cross contact is when a product that contains no gluten comes into contact with gluten during processes such as preparation or storage methods. As they cannot guarantee this hasn’t happened, they can not claim that their product is gluten-free; just that it contains no gluten ingredients.

Gluten Free Pancake Syrup

It may surprise you, how many brands are actually certified gluten-free or make gluten-free claims. Being gluten intolerant or having celiac disease is becoming increasingly popular – not because more people have it, simply because the diagnosis speed and process are so much better now.

Let’s take a look at some of the top gluten-free brands.

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Maple Grove Farms

One of the most easily accessible gluten-free pancake syrups is Maple Grove Farms. You’ll find them in almost every grocery store and they come in a huge selection of flavors. Their gluten-free flavors include:

• Apricot Syrup
• Blueberry Syrup
• Boysenberry Syrup
• Red Raspberry Syrup
• Strawberry Syrup
• Sugar-Free Syrup (Maple Flavor)
• Sugar-Free Syrup (Vermont Butter Flavor)
• Organic Pure Maple Syrup (Amber Color)
• Pure Maple Syrup, Grade A Golden Color, Delicate Taste
• Pure Maple Syrup, Grade A Amber Color, Rich Taste

You can find full information on their full range here. Not only is it gluten-free, but it’s also kosher.

Walden Farms

Another brand that offers a range of flavors, which are all gluten-free (as well as sugar and fat-free) is Walden Farms. Their flavors include:

• Chocolate Syrup with Near-Zero Calories and Fats (Gluten-Free)
• Caramel Syrup with Near-Zero Fat and Sugar (Gluten and Dairy Free)
• Vegan Pancake Syrup with Near-Zero Fats, Sugar, and Calories (Gluten-Free)
• Maple Walnut Flavored Syrup with Near-Zero Calories and Sugar (Gluten-Free)
• Dairy-Free Blueberry Syrup with Low Calorie and Near Zero Fat & Sugar (Gluten-Free)
• Dairy-Free Strawberry Syrup with Near-Zero Calories, Fat, and Sugar (Gluten-Free)

Vermont Maid

A brand that you’ll likely see in stores that carries a gluten-free label is Vermont Maid. While it doesn’t have a range of flavors, and only comes in Original, it’s one of the easiest gluten-free syrups to obtain in the US. Not only is it gluten-free, but it’s also kosher too.

Vermont Maid Original Syrup contains the following ingredients:

• High Fructose Corn Syrup
• Corn Syrup
• Water
• Natural & Artificial Maple Flavor
• Cellulose Gum
• Caramel Color
• Sodium Benzoate
• Sorbic Acid

It’s worth noting that most pancake syrups will have almost identical ingredients, but with those that carry a gluten-free label, you can be sure they’ve not come into contact with gluten during manufacturing, which is you’ll usually find that products that carry a gluten-free label are more expensive than their seemingly similar alternatives.

GF Pancake Syrup Recipe

If you’re looking to make your own pancake syrup, it’s one of the easiest recipes to follow, requires very few ingredients, and takes no time at all. For this recipe, the ingredients you’ll need are:

• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla
• a pinch of salt

Combine all of the above ingredients in a microwave-safe dish until mixed well. Microwave for around 45 seconds and stir well. Place back in the microwave for a further 45 seconds. Remove when the mixture is boiling (it may need a little longer). Stir well. And your pancake syrup is ready to be poured!

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Conclusion

If you’re buying pure maple syrup, it’s naturally gluten-free and completely safe. However, if it’s artificial syrup, it’s always best to check the ingredients labels, as gluten can be found almost anywhere.

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