
Mrs. Butterworth's Original Syrup
What You Should Know
Mrs. Butterworth's Original Thick N Rich Pancake Syrup sits in the breakfast aisle among pancake mixes, waffle toppings, honey and other table syrups, often displayed near bottled syrup dispensers and breakfast condiments. Shoppers reach for it when planning leisurely weekend pancakes, quick school-morning breakfasts, or to add a sweet drizzle to desserts and yogurt. The brand leans on a nostalgic, family-oriented positioning — an everyday comfort food marketed to households that value convenience and familiar flavors. Packaging emphasizes a squeezable bottle for easy pouring and a thick, glossy syrup texture that clings to pancakes and waffles, promising indulgent sweetness and a controlled pour to avoid messy drips. Label copy highlights “thick” and “original” flavor, while ingredient details and small-print notes reveal preservatives, caramel color, and “natural and artificial flavors”; there is no organic certification and no strong natural-health claims beyond being a classic breakfast topping. In plain terms, this product is made from refined sweeteners and several industrial additives and stabilizers, placing it at the higher end of processing compared with single-ingredient sweeteners. Sensory notes include a dense, viscous mouthfeel, deep amber color, a pronounced sugary aroma with molasses/caramel undertones, and a sticky finish; it pours slowly from a squeezable plastic bottle and is commonly used in the ritual of family pancake breakfasts, brunch gatherings, or as a quick sweetener for oatmeal and desserts. Its convenience, familiar flavor profile, and iconic brand identity make it a go-to pantry staple in many American homes.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS:, HIGH, FRUCTOSE, CORN, SYRUP,, CORN, SYRUP,, WATER., CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, CELLULOSE, GUM,, SALT,, CANE, SYRUP,, CARAMEL, COLOR,, SODIUM, HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE,, SODIUM, BENZOATE, AND, POTASSIUM, SORBATE, (PRESERVATIVES),, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVORS,, CITRIC, ACID,, MOLASSES,, LACTIC, ACID,, MONO, AND, DIGLYCERIDES..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •mono and diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
- •sodium benzoate - Synthetic preservative
- •potassium sorbate - Synthetic preservative
- •caramel color - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrially processed sweeteners (high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup), multiple additives, preservatives, colorings and flavorings, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4).
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Common Questions about Mrs. Butterworth's Original Syrup
Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! It has quite a bit of sugar—22 grams in just two tablespoons—so if you're watching your sugar intake, this might not be your best bet. But if you're treating yourself to pancakes or waffles, a little indulgence can fit into a balanced diet!
