Dark, rich and full of character, cane molasses is the deep, natural sweetness extracted from pure sugarcane. With its treacle-like texture and robust caramel flavour, it adds warmth and depth to both sweet and savoury dishes.

Cane molasses has a long history in baking and cooking, bringing richness to gingerbread, fruit cakes, biscuits, and festive puddings. It’s equally at home in savoury recipes, adding gloss and body to marinades, BBQ sauces and slow-cooked stews. Stir a spoonful into porridge or smoothies for a comforting touch, or use it in bread dough to enhance both flavour and colour.

Here are 10 tasty ideas:

• Stir into baked beans for a traditional richness

• Glaze ribs or chicken before grilling

• Swirl through flapjack or granola mixes

• Blend into spiced rum or cocktails

• Add depth to chutneys and relishes

• Bake into Christmas puddings or fruit cakes

• Fold into dark chocolate brownies

• Spoon into spiced lentil or bean stews

• Enrich bread dough for colour and flavour

• Spread onto hot buttered toast for a nostalgic treat

Extra tip: A small spoonful goes a long way – use sparingly to balance sweetness with bold, earthy flavour.