Kosher Sweeteners Guide
27 items classified under standard Kosher guidelines.
This guide covers all 27 sweeteners classified under Kosher guidelines. Kosher evaluates foods primarily by kosher classification under kashrut law, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Good news for Kosher followers: almost all sweeteners fit the diet. These foods are compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Agave Nectar | Allowed | 68kcal |
| Allulose | Allowed | 20kcal |
| Artificial Sweeteners | Allowed | 407kcal |
| Aspartame | Allowed | 365kcal |
| Brown Sugar | Allowed | 373kcal |
| Cane Sugar | Allowed | 269kcal |
| Coconut Nectar | Allowed | 60kcal |
| Coconut Sugar | Allowed | 895kcal |
| Corn Syrup | Allowed | 283kcal |
| Date Syrup | Allowed | 282kcal |
| Erythritol | Allowed | 0kcal |
| Fruit Snacks | Allowed | 352kcal |
| Gummy Candy | Allowed | 396kcal |
| High Fructose Corn Syrup | Allowed | 62kcal |
| Honey | Allowed | 304kcal |
| Maple Sugar | Allowed | 354kcal |
| Maple Syrup | Allowed | 270kcal |
| Milk Chocolate | Allowed | 150kcal |
| Molasses | Allowed | 290kcal |
| Monk Fruit Sweetener | Allowed | 105kcal |
| Powdered Sugar | Allowed | 431kcal |
| Raw Honey | Allowed | 69kcal |
| Stevia | Allowed | 0kcal |
| Sucralose | Allowed | 48kcal |
| Sugar | Allowed | 399kcal |
| Xylitol | Allowed | 240kcal |
| Dark Chocolate | Limited | 550kcal |
Classification Breakdown
26 Allowed — These sweeteners are compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. 1 Limited — These items have usually kosher but dependent on certification or version.
Kosher eating is built on meat (fleishig), dairy (milchig), and pareve (neutral), with strict separation between meat and dairy.
Allowed Sweeteners (26)
Agave Nectar
AllowedAt 68kcal calories per 100g, Agave Nectar falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. The classification reflects that it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.6g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Raw Honey for calories, ranking 7 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Allulose
AllowedAllulose is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 20kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Among the 27 items in this category, allulose sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Sucralose at 48kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Artificial Sweeteners
AllowedAt 407kcal calories per 100g, Artificial Sweeteners falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. It is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. 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 calories. The nearest lower option is Sugar at 399kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Aspartame
AllowedAspartame is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 365kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Maple Sugar and Brown Sugar for calories, ranking 20 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Brown Sugar
AllowedWith 373kcal calories per 100g, Brown Sugar earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. It also contains 9.2g protein and 6.3g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Aspartame at 365kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cane Sugar
AllowedCane Sugar is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 269kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Xylitol and Maple Syrup for calories, ranking 12 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Nectar
AllowedAt 60kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Nectar falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Among the 27 items in this category, coconut nectar sits at the low end for calories — next closest is High Fructose Corn Syrup at 62kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Sugar
AllowedWith 895kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Sugar earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dark Chocolate at 550kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Corn Syrup
AllowedAt 283kcal calories per 100g, Corn Syrup falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Date Syrup and Molasses for calories, ranking 15 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Date Syrup
AllowedWith 282kcal calories per 100g, Date Syrup earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. It is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Beyond the primary classification, date syrup also provides 8g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Maple Syrup and Corn Syrup for calories, ranking 14 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Erythritol
AllowedErythritol is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 0kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Among the 27 items in this category, erythritol sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Stevia at 0kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Fruit Snacks
AllowedWith 352kcal calories per 100g, Fruit Snacks earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Honey and Maple Sugar for calories, ranking 18 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Gummy Candy
AllowedWith 396kcal calories per 100g, Gummy Candy earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Brown Sugar at 373kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
High Fructose Corn Syrup
AllowedHigh Fructose Corn Syrup is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 62kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Among the 27 items in this category, high fructose corn syrup sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Agave Nectar at 68kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Honey
AllowedAt 304kcal calories per 100g, Honey falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Molasses and Fruit Snacks for calories, ranking 17 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Maple Sugar
AllowedWith 354kcal calories per 100g, Maple Sugar earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Fruit Snacks and Aspartame for calories, ranking 19 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Maple Syrup
AllowedWith 270kcal calories per 100g, Maple Syrup earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Cane Sugar and Date Syrup for calories, ranking 13 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Milk Chocolate
AllowedAt 150kcal calories per 100g, Milk Chocolate falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. The classification reflects that it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.7g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Monk Fruit Sweetener and Xylitol for calories, ranking 10 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Molasses
AllowedAt 290kcal calories per 100g, Molasses falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Corn Syrup and Honey for calories, ranking 16 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Monk Fruit Sweetener
AllowedWith 105kcal calories per 100g, Monk Fruit Sweetener earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Raw Honey and Milk Chocolate for calories, ranking 9 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Powdered Sugar
AllowedPowdered Sugar is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 431kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. It also contains 23g fat and 440mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Artificial Sweeteners at 407kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Raw Honey
AllowedRaw Honey is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 69kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. It also contains 5.3g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Agave Nectar and Monk Fruit Sweetener for calories, ranking 8 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Stevia
AllowedWith 0kcal calories per 100g, Stevia earns a Allowed classification on Kosher. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Among the 27 items in this category, stevia sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Allulose at 20kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sucralose
AllowedAt 48kcal calories per 100g, Sucralose falls into the Allowed category under Kosher guidelines. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Among the 27 items in this category, sucralose sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Coconut Nectar at 60kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sugar
AllowedSugar is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 399kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Gummy Candy at 396kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Xylitol
AllowedXylitol is classified as Allowed on Kosher, with 240kcal calories per 100g. This means it is compatible with kashrut — a kosher species, properly processed, or a pareve food. Within this category, it falls between Milk Chocolate and Cane Sugar for calories, ranking 11 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Limited Sweeteners (1)
Dark Chocolate
LimitedAt 550kcal calories per 100g, Dark Chocolate falls into the Limited category under Kosher guidelines. It is usually kosher but dependent on certification or version. 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 calories. The nearest lower option is Powdered Sugar at 431kcal. 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
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70-85% Cacao | 598kcal | 7.8g | 42.6g | 45.9g | 10.9g |
| 60-69% Cacao | 579kcal | 6.1g | 38.3g | 52.4g | 8g |
| 45-59% Cacao | 546kcal | 4.9g | 31.3g | 61.2g | 7g |