We tested 8 popular keto sweeteners for taste, baking performance, and glycemic impact. Here are the winners.
Last updated: January 2025Lakanto combines monk fruit extract with erythritol for a 1:1 sugar replacement that tastes remarkably close to real sugar. It's our top pick for everyday use in both cooking and baking.
Pure erythritol at an unbeatable price. It's about 70% as sweet as sugar, so you'll need to use a bit more, but for budget-conscious keto cooks, this is hard to beat.
Allulose is the closest thing to sugar we've found. It browns like sugar, has the same texture, and doesn't have the cooling effect of erythritol. Perfect for caramelizing and baking.
The best stevia we've tested. A few drops sweeten coffee or tea perfectly, and the vanilla and chocolate flavors are great for smoothies. Avoid the aftertaste issues of powdered stevia.
| Sweetener | Sweetness | GI | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakanto Monk Fruit | 1:1 | 0 | Everything | $$ |
| Erythritol | 70% | 0 | Baking, cooking | $ |
| Allulose | 70% | 0 | Baking, caramel | $$$ |
| Liquid Stevia | 200x | 0 | Beverages | $$ |
| Swerve | 1:1 | 0 | Baking | $$ |