Palm Sugar vs Honey

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

Quick answer

Use 0.75 tbsp of Honey for every 1 tbsp of Palm Sugar.

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Palm Sugar

Base unit: tbsp

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Honey

Conversion: Use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp)

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Notes: Sweeter and liquid; adds moisture. Reduce other liquids slightly; better for sauces and glazes than caramelized dishes.

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When to use Honey instead of Palm Sugar

Sweeter and liquid; adds moisture. Reduce other liquids slightly; better for sauces and glazes than caramelized dishes. The conversion is use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Honey for Palm Sugar?

Yes — Sweeter and liquid; adds moisture. Reduce other liquids slightly; better for sauces and glazes than caramelized dishes. Ratio: Use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

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

Use 75% as much (0.75 tbsp per 1 tbsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Palm Sugar and Honey interchangeable?

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

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

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

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