Converted syrup can be replaced with honey, generally want to use substitutes to make converted syrup exactly the same effect is very difficult to pay attention to the high temperature will destroy part of the honey nutrition. Some maltose can also be used in place of the syrup.

The sugar is boiled with water and acid for a certain period of time and cooled at the right temperature to make a syrup. This syrup can be stored for a long time without crystallization, and is mostly used in Chinese mooncake crusts, sauces, and a variety of products instead of granulated sugar. Conversion syrup is rich in sugar and is an essential ingredient for cakes.