Which has more calories, Honey or Brown Sugar?

Honey has 49.9 calories per serving (1 Tbsp (15.0g)), while Brown Sugar has 49.9 calories per serving (1 Serving (15g)*).

Which has more protein, Honey or Brown Sugar?

Honey has 0g of protein per serving, while Brown Sugar has 0g. Honey is the higher protein option.

Which has less fat, Honey or Brown Sugar?

Honey has 0g of fat per serving, while Brown Sugar has 0g. Honey is the lower fat option.

Which has more fiber, Honey or Brown Sugar?

Honey has 0g of fiber per serving, while Brown Sugar has 0g of fiber per serving.

Sweeteners

Honey vs Brown Sugar: Nutrition Comparison

Honey and brown sugar are both popular natural-seeming sweeteners, but they differ more than many people realise. Brown sugar is simply white refined sugar with a small amount of molasses added back — giving it its colour, slight caramel flavour, and trace amounts of minerals including calcium, potassium, and iron. Honey contains fructose, glucose, and small amounts of antioxidants and antimicrobial enzymes. Both are high in sugar and calories and should be used in moderation. Honey has a more complex flavour profile and slightly higher antioxidant content. Brown sugar has a lower glycaemic index than honey in some studies. For baking, brown sugar provides moisture. For raw use in teas and dressings, honey is the more flavourful choice.

Nutrition Comparison

Nutrient	Honey 1 Tbsp (15.0g)	Brown Sugar 1 Serving (15g)*
Calories	49.9 kcal	49.9 kcal
Total Fat	0 g	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg	0 mg
Sodium	0 mg	0 mg
Total Carbs	13 g	15 g
Dietary Fiber	0 g	0 g
Sugars	12 g	15 g
Protein	0 g	0 g

* Nutrition data sourced from the USDA Food Central Database. Values marked with * have been normalized to match the larger serving size for a fair comparison. Individual products may vary.

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