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Beet sugar Calories
Refined sucrose-based sweetener
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (medium) of Beet sugar (4 g) has 15 calories. That works out to 387 calories per 100 g. It contains 4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Beet sugar Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 4 g
15
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Beet sugar nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (medium) (4 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.04 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 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 Teaspoon of Beet sugar?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 5 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 8 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12.5 g | 48 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 25 g | 97 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 50 g | 194 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 387 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 100 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 200 g | 774 kcal |
Calculated from 387 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beet sugar
What is beet sugar made from?
Beet sugar is made from sugar beet, a root crop grown for its high sucrose content. The sugar is extracted from the beet and refined into crystals; it is not simply dried or ground beetroot.
Is beet sugar the same as cane sugar?
Once refined, beet sugar and cane sugar are both sucrose and are very similar in taste and everyday use. Their source plants differ, but most people can use them interchangeably in drinks and recipes.
Does beet sugar taste different from cane sugar?
Refined beet sugar usually has a neutral sweetness much like refined cane sugar. Any noticeable difference in a finished dish is generally subtle; less-refined products can differ more because they retain some flavor from processing.
Can I substitute beet sugar for regular white sugar in baking?
Yes, beet sugar can generally replace white cane sugar in baking in the same amount. It works in cakes and cookies; if a recipe depends on a particular caramel flavor or texture, the result can vary slightly.
How is beet sugar made?
Manufacturers slice sugar beets and extract their sucrose with hot water, then purify the liquid, concentrate it, and crystallize the sugar. The resulting white crystals are refined sucrose, rather than a powder made from whole beets.
Is beet sugar made from red beets?
No. Commercial beet sugar is made from sugar beets, a crop bred for sugar production, not the familiar red beetroot eaten as a vegetable. The two are related plants, but red beetroot is not the usual source of table sugar.
Can beet sugar be used to make caramel?
Yes, beet sugar can be heated to make caramel. It behaves much like other refined sucrose, though caramel color and flavor depend on careful heating; avoid stirring once the syrup begins to color if you want to reduce crystallization.
Is beet sugar genetically modified?
Some sugar beet crops are genetically modified, particularly in countries where those varieties are grown, but beet sugar is not automatically made from genetically modified beets. The growing practices and labeling rules vary by country and product.
Is beet sugar healthier than cane sugar?
No meaningful health advantage comes from choosing refined beet sugar over refined cane sugar: both are sucrose. Their plant origins do not make one a more nutritious sweetener, so choose based on recipe, availability, or preference.
Can people with diabetes eat beet sugar?
Beet sugar raises blood glucose because it is sucrose; its source does not make it a diabetes-friendly alternative to other table sugar. If you use it, account for it in your eating plan and follow advice tailored to your treatment.
Beet sugar Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.08mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Beet sugar Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Beet sugar
To burn the 15 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (4 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 Beet sugar?
Beet sugar is ordinary sucrose made from sugar beet, a root crop grown for its naturally sweet juice. It is a familiar household sugar in many parts of Europe and is sold as granulated crystals or cubes. Once refined, it has a clean sweetness rather than an earthy beet flavour, and generally works much like other table sugar in recipes.
Stir it into tea or coffee, or use it to sweeten cakes, biscuits and preserves. Its nutritional value comes almost entirely from carbohydrate, with no protein, fat or fibre. If you want a less-sweet result, use a little less in drinks or baking; fruit, spices or citrus zest can add flavour without relying on as much sugar.
How Nutritious Is Beet sugar?
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 Beet sugar Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Beet sugar Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Beet sugar Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Beet sugar Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.