Next time you run out of brown sugar, don't run to the store. Make this home option instead! learn How to Make Brown Sugar With 2 ingredients in 5 minutes!
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Why You Should Make This Brown Sugar Alternative
Can you make brown sugar at home? Yes! And it's so easy to do. If you have 5 minutes, grab a bag of white sugar and a jar of molasses (leftover from your last batch) in your pantry. Molasses Cookies, obviously), you can make this simple option. Here's why you should:
- 2 ingredients. With just 2 simple pantry ingredients, you can save an emergency dash to the grocery store the next time you run out of brown sugar.
- measurable. This basic recipe can be doubled, tripled or quadrupled, or you can make a half-batch. Store leftovers airtight in your cupboard until you need them.
- light or dark. Make a lighter or darker version depending on what a recipe calls for. You can use this option for your favorite baking ideas, delicacies and more.
What is brown sugar?
At one time, brown sugar consisted of unrefined sugar crystals that still contained some traces of molasses. Nowadays, however, it is mostly made by adding molasses to refined white sugar. Basically, what we are doing today!
Ingredients you will need
Below are some quick material notes. Scroll to the recipe card below the post for a printable ingredient list
- white sugar – We'll turn regular white granulated sugar into homemade brown sugar with this easy DIY.
- molasses – you will want to use dark jaggery or Light jaggery, and not blackstrap molasses, which has a bitter taste. Don't forget to check the label on the jar!
How to Make Brown Sugar
To make your own light brown sugar, all you need to do is mix 2 cups of granulated white sugar with ¼ cup of molasses. Stir. Then! If you want to make dark brown sugar instead, double the amount of molasses to ½ cup. See recipe card for printable instructions.
Tips for success
How easy was it? I'll leave you with these quick final tips:
- Use the right jaggery. You will find 3 types of molasses in the store, but only 2 types are suitable for baking: light or dark molasses. Make sure you don't use blackstrap molasses, which has a very bitter, unpleasant taste.
- Press out any clumps. If you notice the molasses forming in the sugar, break it up by pressing the back of a rubber spatula or spoon against the side of the bowl.
- Store airtight. I go into more detail about this below, but be sure to store this sugar airtight immediately. Air hardens sugar, so the sooner you store it, the better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use it as a substitute in the recipe?
Yes! If you run out of brown sugar, you can use this homemade substitute in any baking or cooking recipe. Roasted Carrots per pound cake per Chocolate chip cookies.
Can I make brown sugar without molasses?
If you don't have molasses, you can try substituting equal amounts of pure maple syrup or dark buckwheat honey in this recipe. But it won't be the real thing, so it won't have the same depth of flavor.
Why did my brown sugar harden?
Exposure to air dries brown sugar molasses, causing the sugar to harden. The key to proper airtight storage! I recommend storing your sugar in a Ziploc bag or airtight container, removing as much air as possible. See the section below for details.
How do I soften brown sugar?
If your sugar has hardened, there are a few tricks you can use to soften it. The first option is to put a slice of bread with sugar. Strange, maybe, but your sugar should soften in a few hours! If you're in a hurry, place the hardened sugar in a microwave-safe bowl covered with a damp paper towel for 20 seconds. It helps to soften quickly.
How to save
The best way to store brown sugar is in an airtight container or ziplock bag. I like the ziplock method because it's easier to press out excess air.
If you are using Tupperware or a similar container, I recommend pressing a piece of plastic wrap against the surface of the sugar before closing the lid. Stored properly, sugar can last up to 6 months (or longer).
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learn How to Make Brown Sugar Homemade with just 2 ingredients: white sugar and molasses! This homemade brown sugar substitute is ready in minutes. Double the amount of molasses for dark brown sugar!
- 2 cups zinc sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- In a large bowl, stir together the sugar and molasses until combined and evenly light brown in color.
- Store airtight.
Comment
- This recipe makes light brown sugar. Double the amount of molasses to make dark brown sugar.
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