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How To Make Brown Sugar

Make your own brown sugar by mixing granulated sugar with molasses in just minutes. Customize the flavor by adjusting the amount of molasses for light or dark brown sugar.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: baking, brown sugar
Servings: 1 cup (16 tablespoons)
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

  • Fork, spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
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Instructions

  • Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of molasses for light brown sugar. Use 2 tablespoons or molasses for dark brown sugar.
  • Mix Until Smooth: Use a fork, spatula, or your fingers to blend until fully mixed. Press any clumps against the side of the bowl to break them up.
  • Storage: Store brown sugar in an airtight container to keep it soft. It will stay fresh for several months.

Notes

  • Substitutes: If you don’t have molasses, use pure maple syrup, golden syrup, or agave nectar. The flavor will be slightly different, but the texture and moisture will be similar.
  • Batch Size: Make only what you need. Brown sugar is easy to mix up fresh and avoids clumping over time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 18mg | Sugar: 13g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

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