It’s still a sweetener and should be eaten in moderation, but coconut sugar can be a more nutritious alternative to white sugar in recipes.
We often get questions in the store about coconut sugar. It looks and tastes similar to brown sugar, but has a subtle caramel flavor. It can be used in place of any sweetener in a recipe, but we suggest experimenting to make sure you get the flavor you like.
Coconut sugar is still a sugar, so it’s not something we recommend eating in excess, but it’s definitely a better alternative to other sugars. It has a lower glycemic index, meaning it does not cause your blood sugar to spike as much as other sugars. It contains nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, calcium, zinc, iron and copper (learn more).
It’s also said that coconut sugar is more earth-friendly. It was named the most sustainable sweetener in the world in 2014 by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization. Coconut sugar uses minimal amounts of water and fuel, the trees produce for about 20 years, it contains no artificial ingredients, and it is not chemically altered.
If you still need to curb your sweet tooth, but are looking for a more nutritious way to do it, give coconut sugar a try.
COCONUT SUGAR RECIPES:
Coconut Sugar Caramelized Plantains
Paleo Caramel Sauce
4 Ingredient Ginger Nut Cookies
Oatmeal Cookies
Coconut Sugar Pecans with Cinnamon and Turmeric
Homemade Graham Crackers
Flourless Brownies
Vegan Salted Caramel Pudding
Coconut Bok Choy Spicy Soup
These are just some recipe suggestions. There are thousands of recipes on the internet–just search “coconut sugar recipes” on Pinterest or Google.