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Log Cabin Syrup, Original
Cereal & Breakfast
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Log Cabin Syrup, Original

Log Cabin
24 foz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
0g
Protein
11g
Sugars
65mg
Sodium
28
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Log Cabin Syrup, Original (24 fl oz) is the familiar amber bottle you reach for in the breakfast aisle, shelved near pancake and waffle mixes, pancake toppers, spreads, and coffee syrups. The label leans on family heritage and convenience — a 'family tradition since 1887' with a 'traditional rich taste' callout — and includes practical consumer cues like 'No artificial flavors' and 'No high fructose corn syrup,' SmartLabel information, and a how2recycle link. You’ll see this product on routine grocery trips for weekend breakfasts, family brunches, or cupboard re-stocking before a road trip or holiday morning. It targets mainstream American shoppers who want a recognizable, affordable sweet topping rather than artisanal or organic alternatives; marketing skews toward nostalgia and reliability rather than premium naturalness. The bottle is typically squeezable plastic with a flip or screw cap for easy pouring; the syrup is thick, glossy, amber-brown, and sticky, flowing in ribbons onto pancakes, waffles, French toast, and ice cream. Rituals include warm pours from the bottle, drizzling over a stack of pancakes, and using small amounts in baking or glazes. Label characteristics create health halos via 'natural flavor' language and absence-of-HFCS claims, but there’s no organic certification and the ingredient list includes simple sugars plus additives. Processing context: this is a highly processed, shelf-stable formulated syrup containing refined corn syrup and added sugar with preservatives and emulsifiers to maintain texture and stability. Sensory cues — sweetness, viscosity, glossy appearance — and the brand’s long history keep it a commonplace comfort condiment in American homes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 24
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium65mg3%
Total Carbohydrate28g10%
Total Sugars11g
Added Sugars11g22%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, CORN, SYRUP,, WATER,, SUGAR., CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, SALT,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, SODIUM, HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE,, SODIUM, BENZOATE, AND, SORBIC, ACID, (PRESERVATIVES),, CARAMEL, COLOR,, PHOSPHORIC, ACID,, MONO, AND, DIGLYCERIDES..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • mono and diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • sodium benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • sorbic acid - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients (corn syrup, added refined sugars) and multiple additives (preservatives, emulsifiers, colorants) consistent with ultra-processed foods. The formulation and shelf-stable, ready-to-use nature indicate extensive industrial processing beyond basic culinary ingredients.

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Common Questions about Log Cabin Syrup, Original

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Log Cabin Syrup is primarily made of corn syrup and sugar, which means it’s definitely a sweet treat rather than a health food. If you're using it occasionally to sweeten your pancakes or waffles, it can fit into a balanced diet, but it's not exactly a nutritional powerhouse.

Perfect For

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road-trip
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