1. Honey
Honey is one of the oldest natural sweeteners. Depending on the plant where it comes from, it goes from light and mildly flavoured to dark and strongly aromatic.
If you choose raw honey, you will also reap its amazing health benefits, such as strengthening your immune system, helping with seasonal allergies, or improving your sleep.
Since it’s sweeter than sugar, about 1/2–2/3 cup of honey can substitute 1 cup of white sugar.
2. Stevia
Stevia is a plant native to South America, and it is about 200–300 times sweeter than regular sugar.
It is a good option for diabetic people because it has no calories, and doesn’t have an impact on blood sugar levels.
Stevia is stable at high temperatures, and it comes in powder or liquid form. Hence, you can use it for cooking, baking, and sweetening beverages.
The amount of stevia that equals 1 cup of sugar varies from brand to brand, so check out the manufacturer’s label before using it in a recipe.