Luckily, finding erythritol-free monk fruit sweetener is easier than you think. Here’s the scoop on why it’s best to use monk fruit sweetener without erythritol as a sugar substitute.

In 1-quart microwave-safe bowl, mix gelatin and 2 Tbs. water. Let stand until absorbed, 3 minutes. Quarter 1 strawberry; reserve. In food processor, puree remaining strawberries and sweetener. If ...

Made with gluten-free flour, gluten-free oats, monk fruit sweetener, butter, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract and dairy-free chocolate chips, these cookies are super soft and delicious.

“It’s a zero-calorie way to sweeten our food or beverages.” And monk fruit is up to 200 times sweeter than sugar, so a little goes a long way.

Monk fruit has potential as a sweetener. However, because producers find it challenging to cultivate and expensive to process, monk fruit sweetener costs more than alternatives.

Today, monk fruit is most popular as a natural sweetener. The fruit’s extract contains substances called mogrosides, which are intensely sweet. Monk fruit is around 250 times sweeter than sugar.

The scientific research on the fruit’s potential benefits is still relatively new. In 2010, the FDA granted monk fruit GRAS status (Generally Recognized as Safe) for use as a sweetener and ...

According to the USDA, monk fruit sweetener has 0 calories, 0 grams of sugar, 0 grams of protein and 0 grams of carbs for a single packet (0.8g). It’s 150 to 250 times sweeter than table sugar.

The product will begin national retail distribution this month. Suggested retail price for a 4-count box is $3.49.