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Acerola honey Calories
Vitamin C-containing sweetener
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Acerola honey (21 g) has 64 calories. That works out to 305 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.3 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 6.3 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Acerola honey Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 21 g
64
KCAL / 21G
Carbs
17.3g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
Acerola honey nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (21 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 64 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.84 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.3 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Acerola honey?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 21 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 21 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 14 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 15 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 ounce (large) | 28 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 30 g | 92 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 42 g | 128 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 305 kcal |
Calculated from 305 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acerola honey
What is acerola honey?
Acerola honey is honey combined with acerola fruit or acerola ingredients. It has the sweetness of honey with a potentially fruity, tart note, and may contain vitamin C; the amount varies with the product and how it is made.
What does acerola honey taste like?
Acerola honey tastes sweet, with acerola often adding a tangy, fruity flavor. The exact balance depends on the amount and form of acerola used, so some products may taste closer to ordinary honey while others have a more pronounced fruitiness.
How do you use acerola honey?
Use acerola honey to sweeten toast, yogurt, oatmeal, sauces, or drinks. It can replace ordinary honey in many recipes, though its fruitier flavor may show through; add it to hot drinks after they cool slightly if you want to limit vitamin C loss.
Is acerola honey different from regular honey?
Yes. Acerola honey includes acerola ingredients, unlike plain honey, so its flavor and vitamin C content can differ. The amount of acerola—and therefore the vitamin C—varies between products, so it should not be assumed to match the content of fresh acerola.
Does acerola honey contain vitamin C?
Yes, acerola honey can contain vitamin C from the acerola, but the amount depends on the product and can decline with heat and storage. Treat it as a sweetener that may provide some vitamin C, not as a predictable source of a specific daily amount.
Can you put acerola honey in tea?
Yes, acerola honey can sweeten tea. Let the tea cool a little before stirring it in, since vitamin C is sensitive to heat. The honey will still sweeten a very hot drink, but some of its vitamin C may be lost.
Does acerola honey crystallize?
Yes, acerola honey may crystallize over time, as honey commonly does; crystallization alone does not mean it has spoiled. To soften it, place the closed container in warm water rather than heating it directly, especially if you want to limit heat exposure.
How should you store acerola honey?
Keep acerola honey tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use a clean, dry spoon each time, and avoid introducing water into the jar. Heat and prolonged exposure to light can also affect its flavor and vitamin C.
Can you bake with acerola honey?
Yes, acerola honey can sweeten baked goods, marinades, and sauces. Baking heat may reduce its vitamin C content, and its fruity tang can affect the flavor of a recipe. Add it after cooking when retaining more of the vitamin C matters.
Can babies have acerola honey?
No. Do not give acerola honey to babies under 12 months because honey can contain spores that cause infant botulism. Adding acerola does not remove this risk. For older children, serve it as a sweetener in modest amounts.
Acerola honey Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6.3mg · 7% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.08mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
12mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.84mg · 0% DV
Acerola honey Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Acerola honey
To burn the 64 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (21 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Acerola honey?
Acerola honey combines honey with acerola, a small, tart tropical fruit, often in the form of fruit pulp or powder. The blend keeps honey’s natural sweetness while adding a bright, fruity edge; its flavour and texture vary with the proportion and form of acerola used.
Spread it on toast, stir a little into porridge or yoghurt, or use it to sweeten tea. In places where honey is a familiar pantry staple, it can be used much like flavoured honey—as a topping or as an ingredient in dressings and baking. Its sweetness is prominent, with acerola lending a gently tangy note.
Nutritionally, it is mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweetener, with 82.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. A small spoonful can add flavour without needing much; when adding it to recipes or drinks, you can reduce other sweeteners accordingly.
How Nutritious Is Acerola honey?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Acerola honey Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Acerola honey Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Acerola honey Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Acerola honey Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.