Homemade Brown Sugar

Ready to make your own brown sugar at home, so you can be completely in control of the quality and taste? With just a few basic ingredients, you can enjoy the rich flavor and versatility of homemade brown sugar in minutes! Let me show you how!

Course baking ingredient, Dessert, ingredient, pantry item, pantry staple

Cuisine American, bread, pantry staples

Keyword brown sugar, homemade brown sugar, how to make brown sugar

Prep Time 2

Total Time 2

Servings tablespoons (1 cup)

Calories 55kcal

Cost $2

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp molasses

Instructions

In a dry mixing bowl, combine a ratio of 1 cup of granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of molasses. You can increase the measurements if needed, just maintain the ratio!
Using a spoon or spatula, thoroughly mix the sugar and molasses until the molasses is evenly distributed throughout the sugar. Continue mixing until you achieve a uniform, brown color.
If you prefer a darker shade of brown sugar, you can add an additional tablespoon of molasses and adjust it according to your taste.
Once mixed, your homemade brown sugar is ready to use in your favorite recipes!

Making Brown Sugar in Bulk

Add your ingredients to the bowl of an electric mixer.
Using a paddle attachment, mix on a low speed for 1 minute.
Stop the mixer and scrape the sides. Continue mixing on low until the sugar and molasses are well combined.
Use right away, or store for later!

Notes

Can I substitute homemade brown sugar for store-bought brown sugar in recipes?

Absolutely! Homemade brown sugar can be used as a 1:1 substitute for store-bought brown sugar in most recipes.

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