Coffee Sweetener Suggestions?

Michelle52801429

I currently use turbinado sugar and half and half in my coffee, but even a tbsp of turbinado adds so much sugar and calories to my daily goals. Any suggestions for sweetening coffee that won't have as much of an impact on calories/sugar goals?

lcollaro

I use stevia. It's a natural sweetener with 0 calories and I use about a tablespoon of 2% milk.

rendress269

Hey Michelle, I do the same as you. Half n half with turbinado sugar in the raw. I drink 3 to 4 cups a day( down by about 1/2)and it adds up, but at least I know where my sugar comes from. I've learned to accept that I can't drink it black.

I prefer not to use any artificial sweeteners and I'm still uncertain about Stevia..

Michelle52801429

I feel the same about Stevia and Splenda. However, my mother actually grows stevia plants and creates her own sweetener that isn't made in a factory. That might be one option! Yeah, it adds up. My sugar comes from turbinado and my morning shake, which has a lot of fruit. I guess I can't feel too bad if all my sugar for the day is from fruit and my coffee! Thanks for the suggestions.

mbencearmstrong

There are some good articles about Stevia online (try msn health), I have done tons of research on the subject. Stevia does not affect blood glucose levels and the most recent article I read is that it is safe. I use it in my coffee, tea, etc.

HeatherZousel

I have tried using stevia but I can't get past the bitter after taste. I just use sugar and count it as an indulgence. I have heard of people using honey, and I have tried using blackstrap molasses. That may be worth another try since molasses has so much potassium. At least I could feel good about what it is giving me nutritionally.

ac7360

Coconut milk and stevia.

Michelle52801429

@heatherzousel - molasses is a great suggestion!

Mussronkey

Stevia as I drink several cups a day. A bit of honey works if the alternative stuff freaks you out. As with anything moderation is key. I just can’t stand the taste of black coffee.

Michelle52801429

@Mussronkey - I wish I could drink it black! That would be so much easier!

psmd

I use 10 grams of sugar, 40 calories; plus 30 grams of cream, which is 60 calories. So total is 100 calories which I personally don't think is too much. And it's so good. Hopefully you find something that works for you!

gash14

I'm a chocolate almond milk or Vanilla Almond milk fan for adding a bit of flavor and cream to my coffee. Although lately I'm hooked on freaking a tablespoon of torani syrup

gash14

I've made this in the past: http://againstallgrain.com/2012/01/19/french-vanilla-coffee-creamer-dairy-free/

ScottieV33

I use Truvia. You only need a pinch, and if you still want a creamy additive then I would suggest unsweetened almond milk.