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Loose, fine-to-coarse coconut blossom sugar forms an uneven mound of small, dry, crystalline granules in shades of warm golden brown to deep caramel brown.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium

Coconut Blossom Sugar Calories

Coconut Blossom Sugar

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CALORIES · 100 G

375kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

1030mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.2g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Coconut Blossom Sugar (8 g) has 30 calories. That works out to 375 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Coconut Blossom Sugar Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 8 g

30

KCAL / 8G

Carbs

7.4g

· 3% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% 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%

Coconut Blossom Sugar nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (8 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories30 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0.03 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium8.24 mg0%
Total carbohydrate7.4 g3%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein0.1 g0%

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 Coconut Blossom Sugar?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)8 g30 kcal
1 g1 g4 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)3 g11 kcal
1 serving (medium)10 g38 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)16 g60 kcal
100 g100 g375 kcal
1 cup (whole)180 g675 kcal
1 pack (medium)250 g938 kcal

Calculated from 375 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Coconut Blossom Sugar

Is Coconut Blossom Sugar healthier than white sugar?

No, it is not meaningfully healthier than white sugar. Coconut Blossom Sugar is still mostly added sugar, and its small amounts of other nutrients do not make it a health food or cancel out its sugar content.

Can you substitute Coconut Blossom Sugar for regular sugar?

Yes, Coconut Blossom Sugar can replace regular sugar in many recipes. Its darker color and caramel-like flavor can change the appearance and taste, so it may not suit delicate, light-colored desserts.

Does Coconut Blossom Sugar taste like coconut?

No, it usually does not have a strong coconut flavor. Its taste is more often described as caramel-like or similar to brown sugar, so it adds warmth rather than a clear coconut note.

Is Coconut Blossom Sugar the same as coconut palm sugar?

Often, the names refer to sugar made from the sap of coconut palm flowers, but naming is not consistent across regions and products. Palm sugar can also come from other palm species, so the terms are not always interchangeable.

How is Coconut Blossom Sugar made?

Coconut Blossom Sugar is made by collecting sap from coconut palm flower buds and heating it until much of the water evaporates and the sugars crystallize. This gives it its characteristic brown color and caramel-like flavor.

Can you bake with Coconut Blossom Sugar?

Yes, Coconut Blossom Sugar works in many cakes, cookies, and other baked goods. It darkens the batter and adds a caramel-like flavor, which can be noticeable in recipes intended to taste light or delicate.

Can Coconut Blossom Sugar be used in coffee?

Yes, you can stir Coconut Blossom Sugar into coffee. It sweetens the drink while adding a mild caramel note; try it first in a coffee whose flavor can stand up to that richer taste.

Does Coconut Blossom Sugar raise blood sugar?

Yes, Coconut Blossom Sugar can raise blood sugar because it is still a sugar, despite its plant source. People managing diabetes should ask their clinician or dietitian how it fits their individual meal plan.

How should you store Coconut Blossom Sugar after opening?

Keep Coconut Blossom Sugar in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make it clump, so use a dry spoon and keep the container away from steam and damp cupboards.

Is Coconut Blossom Sugar a good choice for weight loss?

No, Coconut Blossom Sugar is not a weight-loss aid. It is a sweetener that contributes energy, and replacing another sugar with it does not by itself cause weight loss or make a dessert low in sugar.

Coconut Blossom Sugar Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

B6

0.01mg · 1% DV

B5

0.02mg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.1mg · 4% DV

Copper

0.03mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

82mg · 2% DV

Iron

0.19mg · 1% DV

Sodium

8.24mg · 0% DV

Coconut Blossom Sugar Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

2.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Coconut Blossom Sugar

To burn the 30 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (8 g):

🚶

7min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

3min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

4min

Cycling

🏊

3min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Coconut Blossom Sugar?

Coconut blossom sugar is made from the sap of coconut palm flower buds. The sap is heated until its water evaporates, leaving a golden, granulated sweetener; it is not made from coconut flesh. It has long been produced in parts of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia.

Its flavour is gently caramel-like, with a hint of malt, and it can be used much like brown sugar in baking, stirred into coffee or tea, or sprinkled over porridge and yoghurt. In its regions of origin it is also used in local sweets and sauces. Nutritionally, it is still mostly sugar: 100 g provides 92 g of carbohydrates. Bear in mind that it adds a darker colour and distinctive flavour to recipes; use a little less if you want a subtler result.

How Nutritious Is Coconut Blossom Sugar?

Nutrient density

Low

30/ 100

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

15/ 100

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 Coconut Blossom Sugar Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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 Coconut Blossom Sugar Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Coconut Blossom Sugar Good For?

Vegan

✓ 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

Coconut Blossom Sugar Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.03g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.