Coconut sugar
What is Coconut sugar?
Coconut sugar is a sweetener made from the sap of the coconut palm tree's flower buds. The sap is heated to evaporate water, resulting in a crystallised sugar.
Is Coconut sugar vegan?
Coconut sugar is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Coconut sugar gluten-free?
It is not a source of gluten.
Is Coconut sugar a major allergen?
Coconut sugar is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Coconut sugar used for?
Manufacturers use coconut sugar as a sweetener in a variety of food products, including baked goods, confectionery, and desserts.
Is Coconut sugar safe?
Coconut sugar is primarily a source of sucrose, similar to other sugars.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use coconut sugar as a sweetener in a variety of food products, including baked goods, confectionery, and desserts. It is often chosen for its slightly caramel-like flavour and its perceived natural origin.
Health notes
Coconut sugar is primarily a source of sucrose, similar to other sugars. The UK's Eatwell Guide advises limiting free sugars to no more than 5% of daily energy intake. While some sources suggest coconut sugar has a lower glycaemic index than refined sugar, scientific evidence on significant health benefits compared to other sugars is mixed. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated sugars in general, but coconut sugar itself is not typically regulated as a food additive.
Allergen info
Coconut sugar is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not a source of gluten.
Foods that contain Coconut sugar
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