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Anyone looking for sugar-free sweets usually wants to eat less sugar without missing out on their favourite flavours. However, “sugar-free” doesn’t automatically mean low in calories, low in carbohydrates, or suitable for everyone. What’s more, the packaging often uses terms that can quickly cause confusion.
With this practical selection guide, you can compare sugar-free liquorice, peppermints, sour sweets, chewing gum and other snacks based on verifiable product information.
Sugar can be replaced by polyols, such as maltitol, sorbitol or xylitol. These sweeteners sometimes provide less energy than sugar, but the product can still contain calories. For example, Klene Sugarfree Honey Liquorice lists 204 kcal per 100 grams, while the sugar content is 0 grams.
The difference can also be significant with sugar-free sesame balls. According to the product information, Haoxiangni Sugar-Free Black Sesame Balls contain 0 grams of sugar per 100 grams, but also 573 kcal and 44.5 grams of fat per 100 grams. So “without sugar” doesn’t tell you enough about the overall nutritional value.
Always check the nutritional information table and the ingredients list. Oldtimers Sneakers Sweeteners sounds like a sugar-free choice, but the product information states 58 grams of sugar per 100 grams. This product therefore doesn’t fit the search for sweets without sugar.
Panpan Low GI Sugar-Free Oat High Fiber Biscuits also list 11.7 grams of sugar per 100 grams. The term “low GI” or “high fibre” doesn’t replace checking the actual sugar content.
Many sugar-free sweets contain polyols. According to the product information, high consumption can have a laxative effect. This applies to various types of sugar-free liquorice and peppermints.
Also pay attention to specific ingredients:
Don’t just look at the front of the packaging. Compare these three values:
A product with 0 grams of sugar can still contain a lot of carbohydrates. If your main goal is to limit your sugar intake, then 0 grams of sugar may be relevant. If you’re also following a low-carbohydrate diet, check the full table.
A small portion of sweets often contains fewer calories than 100 grams, but the portion size varies per product. Smint XL Peppermint Duo, for example, lists 245 kcal per 100 grams, while a pack contains only 35 grams. Orihiro Purun and Standing Zero Calories Apple lists 0 kcal per 100 grams according to the product information.
So use the “zero calories” claim as a reason to look at the nutritional information table, not as your only buying criterion.
For on the go, rolls, tins or individually wrapped snacks are handy. A resealable bag is more practical for home or the office. Also look out for:
Why this fits the profile: A 110-gram bag is manageable for anyone trying sugar-free liquorice for the first time. The honey flavour offers an alternative to salty or strongly spiced liquorice.
The product information states 0 grams of sugar per 100 grams. Do check the portion size, though, as the product contains maltitol and may have a laxative effect if consumed in excess.
0 grams of sugar per 100 grams, resealable packaging and, according to the product information, free from the 14 main EU allergens.
Why this fits the profile: This choice is aimed at fans of firm, lightly spiced sugar-free liquorice with liquorice root and gum arabic.
The packaging and product description state sugar-free, while the ingredients list mentions maltitol. Check the current nutritional information, as the provided table lists 0 kcal and 53 grams of carbohydrates.
100-gram pack, 0 grams of sugar according to the product information and none of the 14 main EU allergens listed.
Why this fits the profile: Three rolls are practical for keeping a stock at home, in the office or in the car. The compact shape makes them easy to take with you.
The product information states 0 grams of sugar, but also 98 grams of polyols per 100 grams. Therefore, the warning about excessive consumption is important.
Three rolls per pack, vegan and gluten-free according to the product information, with sorbitol, xylitol and aspartame as sweeteners.
Why this fits the profile: The ready-to-eat konjac jelly is suitable for anyone looking for a soft, bouncy texture and apple flavour instead of traditional sweets.
The product information states 0 kcal per 100 grams, but also sweeteners such as acesulfame-K, aspartame and sucralose. The packaging advises chewing carefully to prevent choking.
130 grams, ready to eat and, according to the product information, free from allergens. Serving chilled is recommended for the flavour.
We’ve put together a full, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and comply with current European safety regulations.
Besides liquorice and peppermints, there are various sugar-free snacks to compare:
No. Sweeteners such as polyols can reduce the amount of sugar, but the product can still contain calories. Check the energy value per 100 grams and per portion.
Yes, products with certain polyols, including maltitol, can have a laxative effect if consumed in excess. Follow the instructions on the packaging and perhaps start with a small portion.
Choose a compact roll or a sturdy tin and check the sweeteners. Wilhelmina Sugar-Free Peppermint comes as three rolls; Smint XL Peppermint Duo comes in a metal tin. Also check whether aspartame is present and read the warnings on the packaging.
