Heat: Make sure to melt the coconut oil over a very low heat. If the oil is too hot, you will likely end up with a lumpy mess.Sweetener Alternatives: The ratio of powdered sugar to regular is about 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar to 1 cup granulated sugar. If you want to use a different sweetener, you'll need to take this and the sweetness into consideration.If you'd like to powder your own sweetener for this recipe, use about 1/4 cup granulated sweetener (I prefer low-carb sweeteners or coconut sugar).If you want to use honey or maple syrup, about 1/3 to 1/2 the amount should work, so use 1/8 cup to 3 tablespoons.