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Xylitol 

Xylitol is a favored substitute sweetener that offers the same weight replacement as sugar but with fewer calories. It's one of the most frequently found naturally occurring sugar alcohols (polyols). This sweetener closely resembles sugar in its physical characteristics, as it's a white powder. For example, it can be utilized as a food additive in chewing gums, ice creams, low-fat chocolates, and other desserts. Xylitol is regularly used in the manufacturing of an array of low-calorie, low-fat, and sugar-free foods.

You can purchase xylitol sweeteners in small quantities or in bulk. Our offering is available at retail or wholesale price. The table-top sweeteners are ready for purchase in our store, either for delivery or collection.

The packaging ranges from 1 kg bag up to 20kg and can be delivered to your doorstep in Ireland. Nuts in Bulk is your premier source for bulk xylitol sweeteners in Ireland.

Recipes and common usage

Xylitol is a popular sugar substitute in many recipes, particularly those that cater to a low-sugar or sugar-free diet. It can be used in a variety of dishes and beverages due to its similar sweetness to sugar. Here are some recipes and common usages for xylitol:

1. Xylitol Sweetened Cookies: Substitute the sugar in your favorite cookie recipe with an equal amount of xylitol for a low-sugar treat.

2. Low-Sugar Smoothies: Use xylitol to sweeten your morning fruit or green smoothie instead of honey or table sugar.

3. Sugar-Free Lemonade: Combine fresh lemon juice, water, and xylitol to taste for a refreshing, sugar-free lemonade.

4. Homemade Sugar-Free Ice Cream: Substitute xylitol for sugar in your homemade ice cream recipe.

5. Sugar-Free Hot Chocolate: Use xylitol instead of sugar for a comforting low-sugar hot cocoa.

6. Low-Sugar Baked Goods: Use xylitol in cakes, brownies, muffins, and other baked goods to reduce their sugar content.

7. Sugar-Free Jams and Jellies: Xylitol can be used instead of sugar when making homemade jams and jellies.

8. Sugar-Free Sauces and Dressings: Many sauces and dressings call for a sweet component. Use xylitol as a substitute to make low-sugar versions of these.

9. Homemade Sugar-Free Chocolate: Melt unsweetened chocolate, add xylitol to taste, and a little vanilla for simple homemade sugar-free chocolate.

10. Sugar-Free Candies: With a little know-how, you can use xylitol to make homemade hard candies, soft caramels, or gummies.

Please note, when using xylitol in cooking and baking, it's important to remember that although it is similar in sweetness to sugar, it does not have the same properties when it comes to caramelization or moisture retention, so results may vary slightly.

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