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Monk Fruit Sugar Calories
Natural low-calorie sweetener, does not spike blood sugar
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (medium) of Monk Fruit Sugar (4 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 20 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Monk Fruit Sugar Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 4 g
1
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% 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%
Monk Fruit Sugar nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (medium) (4 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| 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 Monk Fruit Sugar?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 8 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 10 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 250 g | 50 kcal |
Calculated from 20 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Monk Fruit Sugar
What is monk fruit sugar made from?
Monk fruit sugar is made with sweet compounds called mogrosides extracted from monk fruit. Many products also contain erythritol or another bulking ingredient, so the name does not necessarily mean the package contains pure monk fruit extract.
Does monk fruit sugar taste like regular sugar?
Monk fruit sugar tastes sweet, but it may not taste exactly like table sugar. Some people notice a fruity or lingering aftertaste, and products blended with erythritol can have a different mouthfeel from pure monk fruit extract.
Does monk fruit sugar raise blood sugar?
Monk fruit extract does not significantly raise blood sugar. Check the ingredients of blends, since other sweeteners or bulking ingredients may affect the product’s overall carbohydrate content; this matters especially if you are managing diabetes.
Can you use monk fruit sugar for baking?
Yes, monk fruit sugar can sweeten baked goods, but it does not always replace sugar’s bulk, moisture, or browning. Erythritol-based blends often work better than concentrated extract, and recipes may need adjustments to their other ingredients.
Can monk fruit sugar replace sugar in coffee and tea?
Yes, monk fruit sugar can sweeten coffee and tea. Start with a small amount because products vary in sweetness, and check whether yours is a concentrated extract or a blend before substituting it spoon for spoon.
Is monk fruit sugar keto-friendly?
Yes, monk fruit extract is commonly used in keto diets because it contributes little or no digestible carbohydrate. Blended products differ, so check the nutrition information and ingredients rather than assuming every product sold as monk fruit sugar is identical.
What is the difference between monk fruit sugar and stevia?
Monk fruit sugar gets its sweetness from mogrosides in monk fruit, while stevia products use sweet compounds from the stevia plant. Both can have a lingering aftertaste, and both are often blended with erythritol to make them easier to measure.
Can monk fruit sugar cause digestive problems?
Yes, monk fruit sugar blends containing erythritol can cause gas, bloating, or diarrhea in some people, especially when consumed in large amounts. The reaction is usually linked to the blend’s ingredients rather than the monk fruit extract itself.
Is monk fruit sugar the same as monk fruit?
No, monk fruit sugar is not the whole fruit. It is a sweetener made from extracted compounds in monk fruit, and many versions are mixed with another ingredient to provide bulk and make measuring easier.
How much monk fruit sugar should you use instead of regular sugar?
There is no single substitution ratio for monk fruit sugar because products vary in concentration and some are blended to measure more like table sugar. Follow the package’s conversion guidance, or add it gradually and taste as you go.
Monk Fruit Sugar Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.08mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.08mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Monk Fruit Sugar Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Monk Fruit Sugar
To burn the 1 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (4 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Monk Fruit Sugar?
Monk fruit sugar is a sweetener made from monk fruit, a small fruit native to southern China. It is sold in granulated and liquid forms, and products vary: some contain monk fruit extract alongside other ingredients that add bulk. Its sweetness is pronounced, sometimes with a faint fruity or lingering note. Stir it into tea or coffee, or use it in home baking and desserts; in places where monk fruit sweeteners are less familiar, it works much like other tabletop sweeteners. The nutrition table lists 20 kcal per 100 g, so it is low in calories compared with ordinary sugar. For baking, check the label before substituting it measure for measure, since blends can differ in sweetness and texture.
How Nutritious Is Monk Fruit 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
Medium
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 Monk Fruit Sugar 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 Monk Fruit Sugar Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Monk Fruit 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Monk Fruit Sugar Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.