Sugar substitutes such as Equal, Nutrasweet and Splenda stand up well to heat and are suitable in all bakery applications.

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Sugar substitutes like Equal and Nutrasweet (aspartame-based) do not stand up well to high heat and can break down during baking, altering the taste and structure of baked goods. Splenda (sucralose-based) is more heat-stable and can be used in baking, but the results can vary from using regular sugar.

Sugar Substitutes Such as Equal, Nutrasweet and Splenda Stand Up