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Sugar-free honey substitute: best zero-calorie alternatives
10 options, ranked, with the exact amount
Use Stevia
¼ tsp stevia for every 1 tbsp honey
The best sugar-free honey substitutes are stevia (for no calories), monk fruit sweetener (for natural sweetness), or erythritol (for baking). These zero-calorie alternatives provide sweetness without the sugar content of honey. You'll need to adjust amounts and add moisture to your recipes.
- Verdict —
- You'll taste it
- Best for —
- beverages
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Ranked| # | Substitute | Instead of 1 tbsp honey | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steviabeverages | ¼ tspYou'll taste it | You'll taste it |
| 2 | Monk fruit sweetenerbeverages | ¼ tspYou'll taste it | You'll taste it |
| 3 | Erythritolbaking | Same amountBut add extra moistureYou'll taste it | You'll taste it |
| 4 | Allulosebaking | Same amountBut add extra moistureTweak it | Tweak it |
| 5 | Xylitolbaking | Same amountBut add extra moistureYou'll taste it | You'll taste it |
| 6 | Swervebaking | Same amountBut add extra moistureTweak it | Tweak it |
| 7 | Lakantobaking | Same amountBut add extra moistureTweak it | Tweak it |
| 8 | Truviabeverages | ¼ tspYou'll taste it | You'll taste it |
| 9 | Pyurebeverages | ¼ tspYou'll taste it | You'll taste it |
| 10 | ChocZerobaking | Same amountBut add extra moistureTweak it | Tweak it |
Stevia
different taste and texture
Stevia is much sweeter than honey and has no calories or sugar. It's good for sugar-free recipes, but you'll need to adjust the amount significantly and add moisture.
- Best for
- beverages, baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Very sweet, no calories, zero sugar.
Monk fruit sweetener
different taste and texture
Monk fruit sweetener is much sweeter than honey and has no calories or sugar. It's good for sugar-free recipes, but you'll need to adjust the amount significantly and add moisture.
- Best for
- beverages, baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Very sweet, no calories, zero sugar.
Erythritol
different taste and texture
Erythritol has similar sweetness to honey but with a cooling effect and zero calories. It's great for sugar-free baking, but you'll need to add extra moisture to your recipes.
- Best for
- baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Similar sweetness, cooling effect, zero calories.
Allulose
similar taste, different texture
Allulose has similar sweetness to honey with no aftertaste and zero calories. It's great for sugar-free baking, but you'll need to add extra moisture to your recipes.
- Best for
- baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Similar sweetness, no aftertaste, zero calories.
Xylitol
different taste and texture
Xylitol has similar sweetness to honey but with a cooling effect and low calories. It's great for sugar-free baking, but you'll need to add extra moisture to your recipes.
- Best for
- baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Similar sweetness, cooling effect, low calories.
Swerve
similar taste, different texture
Swerve is a blend of erythritol and oligosaccharides that provides similar sweetness to honey with zero calories. It's great for sugar-free baking, but you'll need to add extra moisture.
- Best for
- baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Similar sweetness, no aftertaste, zero calories.
Lakanto
similar taste, different texture
Lakanto is a blend of monk fruit and erythritol that provides similar sweetness to honey with zero calories. It's great for sugar-free baking, but you'll need to add extra moisture.
- Best for
- baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Similar sweetness, no aftertaste, zero calories.
Truvia
different taste and texture
Truvia is a blend of stevia and erythritol that provides sweetness without calories or sugar. It's good for sugar-free recipes, but you'll need to adjust the amount significantly.
- Best for
- beverages, baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Very sweet, no calories, zero sugar.
Pyure
different taste and texture
Pyure is a blend of stevia and erythritol that provides sweetness without calories or sugar. It's good for sugar-free recipes, but you'll need to adjust the amount significantly.
- Best for
- beverages, baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Very sweet, no calories, zero sugar.
ChocZero
similar taste, different texture
ChocZero is a blend of monk fruit and other natural sweeteners that provides similar sweetness to honey with zero calories. It's great for sugar-free baking, but you'll need to add extra moisture.
- Best for
- baking, cooking, diabetic-friendly recipes
Similar sweetness, no aftertaste, zero calories.
How it behaves in this recipe
Sugar-free honey substitutes are essential for those with diabetes, following a low-sugar diet, or wanting to reduce their sugar intake. The key is finding sweeteners that provide sweetness without the sugar content of honey. Most sugar-free sweeteners are much sweeter than honey, so you'll need to adjust amounts significantly and add moisture to your recipes since honey provides both sweetness and moisture.
Tips for substituting honey
10 tips- For baking: Use erythritol or allulose and add extra moisture
- In beverages: Use stevia or monk fruit for sweetness
- For cooking: Use erythritol or allulose for similar sweetness
- In marinades: Use erythritol or allulose with extra liquid
- For glazes: Use erythritol or allulose with extra liquid
- In smoothies: Use stevia or monk fruit for sweetness
- For energy bars: Use erythritol or allulose with extra moisture
- In sauces: Use erythritol or allulose with extra liquid
- For low-calorie recipes: Use stevia or monk fruit
- In sugar-free baking: Always add extra moisture when using sugar substitutes
Notes on honey
- Mix different sugar-free sweeteners for custom flavor profiles
- Use different types of sugar-free sweeteners based on your taste preferences
- Try different ratios to find the good sweetness level
- Make your own sugar-free sweetener blends
- Experiment with different combinations for unique flavors
Questions
10 questionsWhat's the best sugar-free substitute for honey?
The best sugar-free substitutes for honey are stevia (for no calories), monk fruit sweetener (for natural sweetness), or erythritol (for baking). These zero-calorie alternatives provide sweetness without the sugar content of honey.
Can I use stevia as a honey substitute?
Yes, stevia can be used as a sugar-free honey substitute, but it's much sweeter than honey and has no calories or sugar. You'll need to adjust the amount significantly and add moisture to your recipe.
What's the best sugar-free substitute for honey in baking?
For sugar-free baking, erythritol or allulose work best as they provide similar sweetness to honey. You'll need to add extra moisture to your recipes since these sweeteners don't provide the same moisture as honey.
Can I use monk fruit as a honey substitute?
Yes, monk fruit sweetener is an excellent sugar-free substitute for honey. It's much sweeter than honey and has no calories or sugar. You'll need to adjust the amount significantly and add moisture to your recipe.
What's the best sugar-free substitute for honey in beverages?
For sugar-free beverages, stevia or monk fruit work best as they dissolve easily and provide sweetness without calories or sugar. You'll need to adjust the amount significantly.
Can I use erythritol as a honey substitute?
Yes, erythritol is a good sugar-free substitute for honey. It has similar sweetness but with a cooling effect and zero calories. You'll need to add extra moisture to your recipes since erythritol doesn't provide the same moisture as honey.
What's the best sugar-free substitute for honey in cooking?
For sugar-free cooking, erythritol or allulose work well for similar sweetness. You'll need to add extra liquid to your recipes since these sweeteners don't provide the same moisture as honey.
Can I use allulose as a honey substitute?
Yes, allulose is a great sugar-free substitute for honey. It has similar sweetness with no aftertaste and zero calories. You'll need to add extra moisture to your recipes since allulose doesn't provide the same moisture as honey.
What's the best sugar-free substitute for honey in smoothies?
For sugar-free smoothies, stevia or monk fruit work best as they provide sweetness without calories or sugar. You'll need to adjust the amount significantly.
Can I use xylitol as a honey substitute?
Yes, xylitol is a good sugar-free substitute for honey. It has similar sweetness but with a cooling effect and low calories. You'll need to add extra moisture to your recipes since xylitol doesn't provide the same moisture as honey.