High-Protein Sweeteners Guide

27 items classified under standard High-Protein guidelines.

High-Protein classifies foods based on protein density per serving. Of the 27 sweeteners evaluated, 0 are classified as Allowed, 3 as Limited, and 24 as Not Allowed.

Under High-Protein guidelines, nearly every item in the sweeteners category is classified as Not Allowed. The reason is consistent across the category: each item is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. The nutrition data below is still useful for comparing alternatives or understanding what these foods contribute when eaten on other dietary frameworks.

Quick Reference

Food Status Protein (per 100g)
Dark Chocolate Limited 5.1g
Honey Limited 0.3g
Raw Honey Limited 1.5g
Agave Nectar Not Allowed 0.5g
Allulose Not Allowed 0g
Artificial Sweeteners Not Allowed 4.7g
Aspartame Not Allowed 2.2g
Brown Sugar Not Allowed 9.2g
Cane Sugar Not Allowed 0g
Coconut Nectar Not Allowed 0.1g
Coconut Sugar Not Allowed 0g
Corn Syrup Not Allowed 0g
Date Syrup Not Allowed 2.5g
Erythritol Not Allowed 0g
Fruit Snacks Not Allowed 0.1g
Gummy Candy Not Allowed 0g
High Fructose Corn Syrup Not Allowed 0.4g
Maple Sugar Not Allowed 0.1g
Maple Syrup Not Allowed 0g
Milk Chocolate Not Allowed 3.7g
Molasses Not Allowed 0g
Monk Fruit Sweetener Not Allowed 4.9g
Powdered Sugar Not Allowed 4.9g
Stevia Not Allowed 0g
Sucralose Not Allowed 0.3g
Sugar Not Allowed 0g
Xylitol Not Allowed 0g

Classification Breakdown

3 Limited — These items have modest in protein, useful for variety rather than as a primary source. 24 Not Allowed — These are low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal.

High-protein targets are typically 1.6 to 2.2g of protein per kg of body weight per day.

Limited Sweeteners (3)

Dark Chocolate

Limited

With 5.1g protein per 100g, Dark Chocolate earns a Limited classification on High-Protein. It is modest in protein, useful for variety rather than as a primary source. Beyond the primary classification, dark chocolate also provides 5.1g protein and 32.2g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Powdered Sugar at 4.9g. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
70-85% Cacao598kcal7.8g42.6g45.9g10.9g
60-69% Cacao579kcal6.1g38.3g52.4g8g
45-59% Cacao546kcal4.9g31.3g61.2g7g

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Honey

Limited

With 0.3g protein per 100g, Honey earns a Limited classification on High-Protein. This means it is modest in protein, useful for variety rather than as a primary source. Within this category, it falls between Coconut Nectar and Sucralose for protein, ranking 15 of 27. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

304kcalCalories
0.3gProtein
0gFat
82.4gCarbs
0.2gFiber

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Raw Honey

Limited

Raw Honey is classified as Limited on High-Protein, with 1.5g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is modest in protein, useful for variety rather than as a primary source. Nutritionally, it also delivers 5.3g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Agave Nectar and Aspartame for protein, ranking 19 of 27. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

69kcalCalories
1.5gProtein
0.1gFat
17.6gCarbs
5.3gFiber

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Not Allowed Sweeteners (24)

Agave Nectar

Not Allowed

At 0.5g protein per 100g, Agave Nectar falls into the Not Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. It is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Beyond the primary classification, agave nectar also provides 6.6g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Raw Honey for protein, ranking 18 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

68kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
0.2gFat
16.2gCarbs
6.6gFiber

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Allulose

Not Allowed

With 0g protein per 100g, Allulose earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Among the 27 items in this category, allulose sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Cane Sugar at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

20kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
100gCarbs
0gFiber

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Artificial Sweeteners

Not Allowed

With 4.7g protein per 100g, Artificial Sweeteners earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. It is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Beyond the primary classification, artificial sweeteners also provides 8.7g fat and 760mg sodium per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Milk Chocolate at 3.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

407kcalCalories
4.7gProtein
8.7gFat
77.4gCarbs
Fiber

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Aspartame

Not Allowed

Aspartame is classified as Not Allowed on High-Protein, with 2.2g protein per 100g. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Raw Honey and Date Syrup for protein, ranking 20 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

365kcalCalories
2.2gProtein
0gFat
89.1gCarbs
0gFiber

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Brown Sugar

Not Allowed

At 9.2g protein per 100g, Brown Sugar falls into the Not Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9.2g protein and 6.3g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Dark Chocolate at 5.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

373kcalCalories
9.2gProtein
4.1gFat
78.9gCarbs
6.3gFiber

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Cane Sugar

Not Allowed

With 0g protein per 100g, Cane Sugar earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Among the 27 items in this category, cane sugar sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Coconut Sugar at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

269kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
73.1gCarbs
0gFiber

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Coconut Nectar

Not Allowed

With 0.1g protein per 100g, Coconut Nectar earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Maple Sugar and Honey for protein, ranking 14 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

60kcalCalories
0.1gProtein
0gFat
15.8gCarbs
0.6gFiber

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Coconut Sugar

Not Allowed

At 0g protein per 100g, Coconut Sugar falls into the Not Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Nutritionally, it also delivers 99.1g fat per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, coconut sugar sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Corn Syrup at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

895kcalCalories
0gProtein
99.1gFat
0.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Corn Syrup

Not Allowed

With 0g protein per 100g, Corn Syrup earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Among the 27 items in this category, corn syrup sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Erythritol at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

283kcalCalories
0gProtein
0.2gFat
76.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Date Syrup

Not Allowed

Date Syrup is classified as Not Allowed on High-Protein, with 2.5g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Aspartame at 2.2g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

282kcalCalories
2.5gProtein
0.4gFat
75gCarbs
8gFiber

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Erythritol

Not Allowed

With 0g protein per 100g, Erythritol earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Among the 27 items in this category, erythritol sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Gummy Candy at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

0kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
100gCarbs
0gFiber

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Fruit Snacks

Not Allowed

With 0.1g protein per 100g, Fruit Snacks earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Xylitol and Maple Sugar for protein, ranking 12 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

352kcalCalories
0.1gProtein
0gFat
88gCarbs
0gFiber

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Gummy Candy

Not Allowed

Gummy Candy is classified as Not Allowed on High-Protein, with 0g protein per 100g. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Among the 27 items in this category, gummy candy sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Maple Syrup at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

396kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
98.9gCarbs
0.1gFiber

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High Fructose Corn Syrup

Not Allowed

With 0.4g protein per 100g, High Fructose Corn Syrup earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Sucralose and Agave Nectar for protein, ranking 17 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

62kcalCalories
0.4gProtein
0gFat
15gCarbs
0gFiber

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Maple Sugar

Not Allowed

At 0.1g protein per 100g, Maple Sugar falls into the Not Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Fruit Snacks and Coconut Nectar for protein, ranking 13 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

354kcalCalories
0.1gProtein
0.2gFat
90.9gCarbs
0gFiber

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Maple Syrup

Not Allowed

At 0g protein per 100g, Maple Syrup falls into the Not Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Gummy Candy and Molasses for protein, ranking 7 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

270kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
67.4gCarbs
0gFiber

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Milk Chocolate

Not Allowed

At 3.7g protein per 100g, Milk Chocolate falls into the Not Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. It is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Beyond the primary classification, milk chocolate also provides 6.7g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Date Syrup at 2.5g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

150kcalCalories
3.7gProtein
6.7gFat
20.4gCarbs
1.6gFiber

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Molasses

Not Allowed

With 0g protein per 100g, Molasses earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Maple Syrup and Stevia for protein, ranking 8 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

290kcalCalories
0gProtein
0.1gFat
74.7gCarbs
0gFiber

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Monk Fruit Sweetener

Not Allowed

With 4.9g protein per 100g, Monk Fruit Sweetener earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Artificial Sweeteners at 4.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

105kcalCalories
4.9gProtein
1.4gFat
18.6gCarbs
0gFiber

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Powdered Sugar

Not Allowed

Powdered Sugar is classified as Not Allowed on High-Protein, with 4.9g protein per 100g. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. It also contains 23g fat and 440mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Monk Fruit Sweetener at 4.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

431kcalCalories
4.9gProtein
23gFat
51.1gCarbs
1.6gFiber

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Stevia

Not Allowed

With 0g protein per 100g, Stevia earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Molasses and Sugar for protein, ranking 9 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

0kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
100gCarbs
0gFiber

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Sucralose

Not Allowed

Sucralose is classified as Not Allowed on High-Protein, with 0.3g protein per 100g. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Honey and High Fructose Corn Syrup for protein, ranking 16 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

48kcalCalories
0.3gProtein
0.1gFat
13.3gCarbs
1.2gFiber

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Sugar

Not Allowed

Sugar is classified as Not Allowed on High-Protein, with 0g protein per 100g. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Stevia and Xylitol for protein, ranking 10 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

399kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
99.8gCarbs
Fiber

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Xylitol

Not Allowed

With 0g protein per 100g, Xylitol earns a Not Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is low in protein and unlikely to help reach a high-protein goal. Within this category, it falls between Sugar and Fruit Snacks for protein, ranking 11 of 27.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

240kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
100gCarbs
0gFiber

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