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Can I Use White Sugar + Molasses Instead of Brown Sugar?

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White Sugar + Molasses → Brown Sugar: 1 cup sugar + 1 tbsp molasses (light) or 2 tbsp (dark)

DIY brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.

Overview

Yes! Use White Sugar + Molasses as a substitute for brown sugar at 1 cup sugar + 1 tbsp molasses (light) or 2 tbsp (dark). DIY brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.

Key Details

  • White Sugar + Molasses → Brown Sugar: 1 cup sugar + 1 tbsp molasses (light) or 2 tbsp (dark)
  • DIY brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.
  • This swap works best for: sugar recipes

Why This Matters

  • White Sugar + Molasses can replace brown sugar in most recipes
  • DIY brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.
  • Consider the specific recipe requirements before substituting

How To

  1. 1Use 1 cup sugar + 1 tbsp molasses (light) or 2 tbsp (dark) of white sugar + molasses
  2. 2DIY brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.
  3. 3Taste and adjust seasonings as needed
  4. 4Results may vary slightly from the original recipe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, use 1 cup sugar + 1 tbsp molasses (light) or 2 tbsp (dark). DIY brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.