sweeteners

Homemade Coffee Creamer: A Peppermint Mocha Christmas Treat!

I love this homemade coffee creamer because as soon as I see that first snow, I find myself craving gingerbread cookies and peppermint mochas.

Wholesome & Naturally Sweetened Cranberry Sauce

This wholesome cranberry sauce recipe is a delicious, naturally-sweetened way to bring this staple Thanksgiving dish to your family table.

Homemade Marshmallows Made with Maple Syrup!

Enjoy these homemade marshmallows without guilt! You can sweeten them naturally with pure maple syrup instead of high fructose corn syrup or refined sugars.

Learning How To Make Sugar Is Simple and Easy!

I’ve tried all the natural sugar replacements and decided that sometimes I just need the real thing. So I learned how to make sugar at home. It’s simple!

Chocolate Truffle Recipe: Make DIY Homemade Chocolate Truffles!

A homemade chocolate truffle recipe, because what says romance better than a box of chocolates? Made with natural ingredients and 7 flavors!

Is Sugar Vegan? Yes. Well, These Brands of Sugar Are.

Is sugar vegan? The answer may surprise you. The short answer is, some types/brands of sugar are vegan. Learn why all sugar is not vegan, and learn which brands of sugar are vegan.

Learn to Grow, Make, and Use DIY Stevia Sweetener

Learn how to grow and how to use stevia as a sweetener. It is very easy to grow, and can be processed into powder or extract for use as a natural homemade sweetener.

A Naturally Sweetened Homemade Condensed Milk

I make homemade sweetened condensed milk because most commercial brands contain high fructose corn syrup and are high in sodium. I love to use this recipe in my baking, it makes my cookie bars moist and delicious!

Learn How To Make Molasses From Sorghum Juice

Learn how to make molasses from sorghum! Where you get the sorghum does not affect the outcome, but if you buy it, make sure it’s organic.

A Naturally Sweetened Homemade Caramel Recipe

A homemade caramel recipe, because store bought caramel and caramel sauce are typically full of corn syrup, preservatives, stabilizers, and frankly, aren’t worth buying.

Natural Sugar Substitutes: Which are Really Healthy?

What are the best natural sugar substitutes? Organic cane sugar or sucanat can be used sparingly. Other alternatives are stevia, maple syrup, honey, and others.

Are There Any Healthy Sugar Substitutes Out There?

Which sugar alternatives are safer than sugar? Let’s take a look at a natural, herbal option as well as explore some of the dangers of chemical sweeteners!

How to Make Naturally Sweetened Chocolates

Homemade chocolate made with natural sweetener – what could be better? Follow this recipe for homemade chocolates and enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt.

The Many Benefits Of and Uses For Honey

The health benefits of honey – and its many different uses – are numerous and diverse, especially if you’re using raw, local honey. Here are some of our favorites.

What is Xylitol and What’s the Buzz About?

Let’s answer the buzzing question “What is Xylitol?” to figure out why this sweetener is popular and if it’s benefits live up to all the recent hype.