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How Many Carbs in Sugar

Sugar is primarily composed of carbohydrates and the most common type of sugar is sucrose. Each gram of sugar contains approximately 4 calories.

 1 teaspoon contains approximately 4 grams of carbohydrates.

Granulated sugar 

Similar to granulated sugar, it contains about 4 grams of carbohydrates per teaspoon.

Brown sugar

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Contains about 17 grams of carbohydrates per tablespoon.

Honey

Contains about 13 grams of carbohydrates per tablespoon.

Maple syrup

Contains varying amounts of fructose and glucose, typically higher in fructose.

High-fructose corn syrup

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