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Best Substitutes for White Sugar — What to Use Instead

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Honey: 3/4 cup per 1 cup sugar — Reduce liquid by 1/4 cup. Lower oven temp by 25°F.

Maple Syrup: 3/4 cup per 1 cup sugar — Reduce liquid by 3 tbsp. Adds maple flavor.

Overview

Top substitute for white sugar: Honey (3/4 cup per 1 cup sugar). Reduce liquid by 1/4 cup. Lower oven temp by 25°F. Plus 5 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Honey: 3/4 cup per 1 cup sugar — Reduce liquid by 1/4 cup. Lower oven temp by 25°F.
  • Maple Syrup: 3/4 cup per 1 cup sugar — Reduce liquid by 3 tbsp. Adds maple flavor.
  • Coconut Sugar: 1:1 — Lower glycemic index. Slightly caramel flavor.
  • Stevia: 1 tsp per 1 cup sugar — Zero calories. Very concentrated — a little goes far.
  • Monk Fruit Sweetener: 1:1 (granulated form) — Zero calories. No aftertaste. Best baking sugar substitute.
  • Agave Nectar: 2/3 cup per 1 cup sugar — Reduce liquid by 1/4 cup. Mild, neutral flavor.

Why This Matters

  • White Sugar is a common ingredient that may need substituting
  • Dietary restrictions (vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free) may require alternatives
  • Sometimes you simply run out of an ingredient mid-recipe
  • Allergies or intolerances may necessitate a swap

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Honey at 3/4 cup per 1 cup sugar
  2. 2Consider the role of the ingredient (flavor, texture, binding, leavening)
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results
  5. 5Some substitutes work better in certain recipes than others

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute for white sugar is Honey at 3/4 cup per 1 cup sugar. Reduce liquid by 1/4 cup. Lower oven temp by 25°F.