15 Best Plant Based Sweeteners in 2026 Ranked by Sweetness, Blood Sugar Impact and Best UseIf you need a fast answer: stevia and monk fruit are the strongest plant based sweeteners when you want zero calories and no blood sugar response. Allulose and erythritol are better when a recipe needs bulk, such as cakes, cookies and ice cream. Coconut sugar, maple syrup and palm jaggery suit people who want a less refined sugar, as long as they accept that these are still sugars.https://www.flavorcatalyst.com/insights/plant-based-sweeteners/