granulated sugars substitutes

10 substitutes · avg score 4.8 · Refined white cane or beet sugar in fine, free-flowing crystals, the workhorse sweetener of Western baking. Beyond sweetness, it contributes browning, tenderness, and structure in cookies, cakes, and syrups.

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01

Maple Sugars

6.7
1/2 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Dry granulated maple; 1:1 swap with caramel notes, works in baking and spice rubs

02

Powdered Sugars

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend in blender until powdery; add 1 tsp cornstarch

03

Brown Sugars

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Darker with molasses flavor; adds moisture, pack firmly for 1:1 swap in cookies and cakes

04

Honey

5.0
0.81 cup : 1 cup

Use 3/4 cup honey per cup sugar; reduce liquid by 1/4 cup, lower oven 25°F to prevent browning

05

Maple Syrup

5.0
3/4 cup : 1 cup

Use 3/4 cup maple syrup per cup sugar; reduce liquid by 3 tbsp, expect maple flavor

06

Molasses

5.0
1/2 cup : 1 cup

Very strong and bitter; use 1/2 cup per cup sugar plus 1/2 tsp baking soda, darkens batter

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