Coconut Sugar, Organic, 500g

500g of Organic Coconut sugar packed in our plant-based cellulose, compostable packaging.

Coconut sugar, also known as coconut palm sugar or coco sugar, is a natural sweetener that is derived from the sap of the flower buds of the coconut palm tree. It has gained popularity as a healthier alternative to refined sugars due to its lower glycemic index and the presence of certain nutrients. Coconut sugar contains small amounts of certain nutrients, including iron, zinc, potassium, and various antioxidants. While it is not a significant source of these nutrients, it does provide more than refined sugars.

Common Uses

• Coconut sugar is highly versatile and can be used almost anywhere you would use cane sugar.
• Baking: It is a 1:1 replacement for white or brown sugar. Because it has a flavor similar to light brown sugar (caramel and toffee notes), it works exceptionally well in chocolate chip cookies, brownies, muffins, and spice cakes.
• Beverages: It dissolves well in hot coffee and tea, providing a richer, "earthier" sweetness than plain white sugar.
• Cooking: It is frequently used in Thai and other Southeast Asian cuisines to balance the heat in curries and savory sauces.
• Skincare: Due to its coarse texture, it is often mixed with coconut oil to create natural DIY lip and body scrubs.

Key Benefits

While it is still a form of sugar and should be used in moderation, it offers several advantages over refined white sugar:

• Lower Glycemic Index (GI) - Coconut sugar has a GI of roughly 35–54, whereas table sugar is around 60–65. This means it causes a slower, steadier rise in blood glucose levels.
• Contains Nutrients- Unlike white sugar (which is "empty calories"), coconut sugar contains trace amounts of iron, zinc, calcium, and potassium.
• Inulin (Prebiotic) - It contains a fiber called inulin, which may slow down glucose absorption and support gut health.
• Minimally Processed - It is generally unbleached and unrefined, meaning it doesn't involve the intensive chemical processing used for white sugar.

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