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corn syrup
noun
: a syrup containing dextrins, maltose, and dextrose that is obtained by partial hydrolysis of cornstarch
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And the base is made with peanut butter is the primary flavoring and is corn syrup.
—Bon Appétit, 11 Dec. 2024
How To Make Cookie Icing Don't bother pulling out that mixer—a quick mix by hand is all that's needed to bring together this cookie icing:
Combine ingredients: Stir together powdered sugar, corn syrup, vanilla, salt, and 3 tablespoons milk.
—Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
The addition of corn syrup helps ensure your icing will be not only shiny but soft to the bite.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 18 Nov. 2024
Light corn syrup: Brushed over the cookies to help the sprinkles adhere.
—Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1903, in the meaning defined above
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“Corn syrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corn%20syrup. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
corn syrup
noun
: a syrup obtained from cornstarch and used in baked goods and candy
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