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From Vegan Cane to Okinawan Black Sugar

Fran Costigan - From Vegan Cane to Okinawan Black Sugar

This event was on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at 4:00 pm Pacific, 4:00 pm Eastern

From Vegan Cane to Okinawan Black Sugar, Chef Fran is looking further into granulated sweeteners. All sweeteners used in Essential Vegan Desserts are less refined but there are diffe… Read More.

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Question:

What do you think about Cane Sugar and Swerve?

— Candy Claypole

Answer:

I think swerve is erythritol it is and some people I don't know Candy have you used swerve so some people experience some unpleasant side effects from this. This is a class of sugar alcohols digestive problems some have diarrhea. may cause bloating cramps and gas and so you want to be careful with that? If you've used it, and you think it you don't have a problem with it, then go ahead and use it but it is not going to be a one-to-one swap with cane at all.
Fran Costigan

Fran Costigan

Director of Vegan Pastry

FranCostigan.com