SUGAR ALTERNATIVES

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SUGAR ALTERNATIVES

 

 

 

 

INSTEAD OF SUGAR:

 

EVAPORATED CANE JUICE is sugar that has not gone through the last step in

the refining process. That step involves clarifying the sugar over animal

bones to make it white. While evaporated cane juice may have an off-white

color, it is totally vegan and has the same sweetness as granulated sugar.

 

A note of caution: It's best not to use any added sugars to excess. There is

no nutritional requirement for added sugar and all are high in calories.

 

SUCANAT is the perfect brown sugar alternative. Made from evaporated cane

juice with molasses added, it even stays soft longer than brown sugar.

 

MAPLE SYRUP is an ideal sweetener and adds a delightful flavor to everything

from beverages to pies. Once the container is opened, keep it refrigerated.

 

DEHYDRATED MAPLE SYRUP is in crystal form and makes an excellent

alternative. Since it is not as sweet as granulated sugar, you may have to

add a little extra.

 

AGAVE NECTAR is a sweetener extracted from the agave plant, a large

succulent with thick fleshy leaves and spiny edges. Because of its thick

liquid form, a small amount goes a long way.

 

BARLEY MALT is a thick honey-like substance made from barley that has gone

through a soaking and drying process to extract its sugar. It's an ideal

sugar substitute when you need a delicate sweetness.

 

BROWN RICE SYRUP is similar to barley malt in its degree of sweetness and

its thick honey-like texture. Though not as sweet as granulated sugar, it's

perfect for sweetening tea or other hot beverages, smoothies, blender

juices, and anything to which you might add honey. You'll find this item in

the health food market.

 

MOLASSES makes a good substitute for sugar in baking breads. Because of its

pungent, distinctive flavor, it's best used in small amounts. Molasses

shines as a beverage called liquid toffee. To make this treat, put 1

teaspoon of molasses into a coffee mug and fill it with boiling water. Stir

it well and taste to adjust the quantity of molasses. Drink and enjoy.

 

DATE SUGAR or DATE CRYSTALS add a delicate sweetness to baked goods, in hot

beverages, and in cooking.

 

FLORIDA CRYSTALS is a natural milled, unrefined cane sugar that can be used

for cooking and baking just like sugar.

 

WHOLE DATES are the perfect sweetener in smoothies, raw pie crust made from

dates and finely ground nuts, breads, fruit salads, mousse desserts, and

many baked desserts.

 

 

 

 

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