Palm Sugar
What is Palm Sugar?
Palm sugar is a sweetener made from the sap of the flower buds of the date palm tree. The sap is boiled down to evaporate most of the water, leaving a thick syrup that crystallizes into sugar.
Is Palm Sugar vegan?
Palm Sugar is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Palm Sugar gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Palm Sugar a major allergen?
Palm sugar is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Palm Sugar used for?
Manufacturers use palm sugar primarily as a sweetener, similar to granulated sugar.
Is Palm Sugar safe?
Palm sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a sweetener.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use palm sugar primarily as a sweetener, similar to granulated sugar. Its distinct caramel-like flavor makes it popular in baked goods, desserts, and sauces, especially in Asian and ethnic cuisines.
Health notes
Palm sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a sweetener. Like other sugars, it provides calories and can impact blood sugar levels. The World Health Organization (WHO) and other bodies recommend limiting overall sugar intake. JECFA has evaluated palm sugar and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).
Allergen info
Palm sugar is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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