Tapioca syrup has 300 calories and 75 g carbs per 100 g, fructose-free. It is enzymatically hydrolyzed cassava starch, yielding mostly glucose and maltose. Allergen-friendly (free of common allergens), it is popular in clean-label products. Its glycemic response is comparable to corn syrup.
How should I track Tapioca syrup?
When tracking Tapioca syrup, measuring by weight on a kitchen scale gives you the most precision. Volume measures vary depending on crystal size and powder density — a heaping spoonful can be double a level one. Research shows visual estimation errors reach 50–200% for calorie-dense foods (Almiron-Roig et al., Appetite 2013), and liquid sweeteners like honey are among the easiest to over-pour. For zero-calorie sweeteners, bulking agents add trace calories (2–4 per packet) — negligible in your daily total. For calorie-containing sweeteners, the scale is essential.