Erythritol in powder form creates a cooling sensation when dissolved in the mouth (the technical term is "a high negative heat of solution"). The cooling effect (cold sensation) happens because erythritol absorbs energy from its surrounding (your mouth) as it dissolves, and you feel like sucking a mint.
How do I get rid of the swerve cooling effect?
Eliminating any possible cooling effect
- Combine Swerve with fats like butter, heavy cream, or oils to create a rich mouthfeel that reduces the cooling effect.
- Bake or dissolve Swerve with other recipe ingredients.
- Use the smallest amount of Swerve possible to get to your desired level of sweetness.
What is wrong with Swerve?
The bottom line
It's calorie-free and doesn't raise blood sugar or insulin levels, but high amounts may cause digestive upset. If you like the taste and don't experience digestive symptoms when consuming Swerve, it appears to be safe in low to moderate amounts.
