Ingredient swap
Coconut Sugar vs Granulated Sugar
Coconut sugar has almost the same calories and sugar as white sugar, with a caramel flavor and darker color.
How to swap
1:1 by weight. Bakes come out darker and a little drier.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Coconut Sugar | Granulated Sugar |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 | 387 |
| Protein | 1 gbetter | 0 g |
| Carbs | 92 gbetter | 100 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 gbetter | 0 g |
| Sugar | 75 gbetter | 100 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 1 mgbetter |
| 1 cup weighs | 192 g | 200 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use granulated sugar instead of coconut sugar?
1:1 by weight. Bakes come out darker and a little drier.
Which has more protein?
Coconut Sugar, with 1 g per 100 g versus 0 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Coconut Sugar, with 375 calories per 100 g.