Coconut Sugar vs Honey

A side-by-side guide to substituting Honey for Coconut Sugar (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.7 tbsp of Honey for every 1 tbsp of Coconut Sugar.

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Coconut Sugar

Base unit: tbsp

Read the full guide: Coconut Sugar

Honey

Conversion: Use 70% as much (0.7 tbsp per 1 tbsp)

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Notes: Sweeter and liquid; adds moisture to recipes. Reduce other liquids; best for sauces rather than dry baking.

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When to use Honey instead of Coconut Sugar

Sweeter and liquid; adds moisture to recipes. Reduce other liquids; best for sauces rather than dry baking. The conversion is use 70% as much (0.7 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Honey for Coconut Sugar?

Yes — Sweeter and liquid; adds moisture to recipes. Reduce other liquids; best for sauces rather than dry baking. Ratio: Use 70% as much (0.7 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

What's the conversion ratio for Coconut Sugar to Honey?

Use 70% as much (0.7 tbsp per 1 tbsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Coconut Sugar and Honey interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Sweeter and liquid; adds moisture to recipes..

Is Honey a better substitute than other options for Coconut Sugar?

Honey is one of the options SubSwap lists for Coconut Sugar. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Coconut Sugar substitutes.

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