Golden syrup is a form of inverted sugar syrup made in the process of refining sugar cane or beet juice into sugar, or by treatment of a sugar solution with citric acid (source: Wikipedia). This syrup (also referred to as light treacle) has its own unique flavor and is commonly used in a range delicious recipes of baked goods and also desserts. It has a deep golden hue (a beautiful amber color) and is of the consistency of honey and and maple syrup. Golden syrup can be used on French toast and pancakes. It is also a great sweetener in oats. Drizzle a spoon or two of the syrup on your bowl of oatmeal porridge for a delicious breakfast. Golden syrup can also be used as a glaze for cakes and breads, as a sweetener in your coffee or tea and can even be drizzled on your ice cream. Depending on the recipe, the golden syrup can be used as a replacement, substitute or as alternative for honey and maple syrup. Similarly, honey and maple syrup can be used as golden syrup substitute.