Date Sugar
| Common Name: | Date Sugar |
| Botanical Name: | Phœnix dactylifera |
| Family: | Coryphoideae |
| Origin: | Tunisia |
| Part Used: | Whole date |
| Quality: | 100% natural, without any additives |
Organoleptic characteristics
- Appearance: Powdery
- Color: Brown-Yellowish
- Odor: Vegetal, characteristic of product
Composition
Essentially rich in:
- Calories
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Antioxidants
Phytotherapeutic & Nutraceutical Properties
As a healthy alternative to conventional sugars, Date Sugar allows:
- Avoiding the harmful effects of white sugar, which is considered toxic to the human body, as it has not received any chemical treatment
- Retains the minerals of the fruit, in particular potassium, which intervenes in muscle contraction, anti-stress magnesium, anti-fatigue iron, and calcium, important for bone strength
- Contains natural fibers, tannins, flavonoids, vitamins
- It is an excellent source of Antioxidants
Areas of use
Date sugar is particularly used in the fields of:
- Pastry: Cakes, Tarts, Cakes, Sweet preparations, ….etc.
- Making ice cream and gelato
- Making juices, hot or cold drinks
- Making yogurt and cheese
- The food supplement industry