fruit), Natvia (erythritol and stevia), Lakanto (erythritol and
monk fruit), and Zsweet (erythritol and stevia).
• Stevia: Available as a powder or a liquid. Because stevia is
so concentrated, many companies add bulking agents like
maltodextrin to the powdered form so that it’s easier to bake
with. Stay away from those products. Look for products that
contain just stevia or stevia combined with another natural,
keto-friendly sweetener.
• Stevia glycerite: A thick liquid form of stevia that is
similar in consistency to honey. Do not confuse it with
liquid stevia, which is much more concentrated. Stevia
glycerite is about twice as sweet as sugar, making it a bit
less sweet than liquid or powdered stevia. I prefer stevia
glycerite because, unlike powdered and liquid stevia, it has
no bitter aftertaste. Stevia glycerite is great for cooking
because it maintains its flavor when heated. However, it
doesn’t caramelize or create bulk, so most baking recipes
call for combining it with another sweetener.
• Monk fruit: Also known as lo han kuo, monk fruit comes
in pure liquid and powdered forms. Since it is 300 times
sweeter than sugar, the powdered form is typically bulked
up with another sweetener so that it measures cup for cup
like sugar. Check the ingredients for things like
maltodextrin, and buy brands that add only keto-friendly
sweeteners, such as erythritol.
• Xylitol: A naturally occurring low-calorie sweetener found
in fruits and vegetables. It has a minimal effect on blood