Vegan Sweeteners Guide
27 items classified under standard Vegan guidelines.
This guide covers all 27 sweeteners classified under Vegan guidelines. Vegan evaluates foods primarily by whether the food contains any animal-derived ingredients, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Sweeteners are overwhelmingly compatible with Vegan. Each item listed here is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.
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 |
| Dark Chocolate | Allowed | 550kcal |
| Date Syrup | Allowed | 282kcal |
| Erythritol | Allowed | 0kcal |
| Fruit Snacks | Allowed | 352kcal |
| Gummy Candy | Allowed | 396kcal |
| High Fructose Corn Syrup | Allowed | 62kcal |
| Maple Sugar | Allowed | 354kcal |
| Maple Syrup | Allowed | 270kcal |
| Milk Chocolate | Allowed | 150kcal |
| Molasses | Allowed | 290kcal |
| Monk Fruit Sweetener | Allowed | 105kcal |
| Powdered Sugar | Allowed | 431kcal |
| Stevia | Allowed | 0kcal |
| Sucralose | Allowed | 48kcal |
| Sugar | Allowed | 399kcal |
| Xylitol | Allowed | 240kcal |
| Honey | Not Allowed | 304kcal |
| Raw Honey | Not Allowed | 69kcal |
Classification Breakdown
25 Allowed — These sweeteners are a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 2 Not Allowed — These are either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients.
The ingredient list matters more than the food category — hidden animal ingredients appear in foods that look plant-based at first glance.
Allowed Sweeteners (25)
Agave Nectar
AllowedAgave Nectar is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 68kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. It also contains 6.6g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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
AllowedWith 20kcal calories per 100g, Allulose earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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 Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.7g fat and 760mg sodium per serving. 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 Vegan, with 365kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedAt 373kcal calories per 100g, Brown Sugar falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. It is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Beyond the primary classification, brown sugar also provides 9.2g protein and 6.3g fiber per 100g. 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
AllowedWith 269kcal calories per 100g, Cane Sugar earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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 Vegan guidelines. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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 Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedCorn Syrup is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 283kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Within this category, it falls between Date Syrup and Molasses for calories, ranking 15 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Dark Chocolate
AllowedAt 550kcal calories per 100g, Dark Chocolate falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Nutritionally, it also delivers 5.1g protein and 32.2g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Powdered Sugar at 431kcal.
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 |
Date Syrup
AllowedDate Syrup is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 282kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. It also contains 8g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Maple Syrup and Corn Syrup for calories, ranking 14 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Erythritol
AllowedWith 0kcal calories per 100g, Erythritol earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedAt 352kcal calories per 100g, Fruit Snacks falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Within this category, it falls between Honey and Maple Sugar for calories, ranking 18 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Gummy Candy
AllowedGummy Candy is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 396kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedAt 62kcal calories per 100g, High Fructose Corn Syrup falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
Maple Sugar
AllowedAt 354kcal calories per 100g, Maple Sugar falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Within this category, it falls between Fruit Snacks and Aspartame for calories, ranking 19 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Maple Syrup
AllowedMaple Syrup is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 270kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedMilk Chocolate is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 150kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. It also contains 6.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Monk Fruit Sweetener and Xylitol for calories, ranking 10 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Molasses
AllowedWith 290kcal calories per 100g, Molasses earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedMonk Fruit Sweetener is classified as Allowed on Vegan, with 105kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedWith 431kcal calories per 100g, Powdered Sugar earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
Stevia
AllowedAt 0kcal calories per 100g, Stevia falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedWith 48kcal calories per 100g, Sucralose earns a Allowed classification on Vegan. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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 Vegan, with 399kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. 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
AllowedAt 240kcal calories per 100g, Xylitol falls into the Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. This means it is a fully plant-based food with no meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or animal-derived additives. Within this category, it falls between Milk Chocolate and Cane Sugar for calories, ranking 11 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Not Allowed Sweeteners (2)
Honey
Not AllowedAt 304kcal calories per 100g, Honey falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. This means it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Within this category, it falls between Molasses and Fruit Snacks for calories, ranking 17 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Raw Honey
Not AllowedAt 69kcal calories per 100g, Raw Honey falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegan guidelines. The classification reflects that it is either an animal product or a food containing animal-derived ingredients. Nutritionally, it also delivers 5.3g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Agave Nectar and Monk Fruit Sweetener for calories, ranking 8 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central