Imagine you are Baking that prefect Cookie or Cake and in middle of recipe you realized, your stock for Brown Sugar is over or just dreaming to make one recipe and it calls for Brown Sugar but you don't wanna spend on a pack of Brown Sugar because it won't be used.
Borrowing a cup of sugar isn't that easy here because we are talking about Brown Sugar which is not found commonly.
What to do in such case? Just substitute Brown Sugar for any of the following ways, some of them might already be in your cupboard.
White Sugar
Quite possibly the easiest sub for brown sugar is using granulated white sugar. For every cup of packed brown sugar, swap in 1 cup of white sugar. Just remember: Since brown sugar adds moisture to baked goods, you’ll notice a difference in texture (like your cookies being crisper).
Molasses
Since brown sugar is just granulated sugar with added molasses, you can easily make a DIY version by mixing molasses with white sugar until combined. For light brown sugar: Use 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of molasses. For dark brown sugar: Use 1 cup of granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of molasses.
Coconut Sugar
This natural sugar has a similar sweetness to brown sugar. It’s made from the sap of the coconut palm and can easily be swapped with brown sugar 1:1.
Muscovado Sugar
Just like brown sugar, muscovado contains molasses; it has much more molasses than brown sugar, making it extra dark and flavorful. Look for light muscovado to get a flavor that's as close to brown sugar as possible.
Date Sugar
For those who want to cut back on refined sugar, this healthy alternative is made from ground dehydrated dates, and can be equally swapped for either brown or white sugars.
Palm Sugar
This natural sweetener is sometimes called date palm sugar. It’s sold in cones or as a thick paste, so it needs to be shaved or chopped before using. Prominent in southern India.
Maple Syrup, Honey or Agave
These liquid sweeteners are the best substitute for Brown Sugar if you are not baking, like sauces or glazes. You’ll likely need to adjust the recipe. Use ¾ cup of liquid sweetener for every 1 cup of brown sugar, then reduce any other liquid in the recipe by a few tablespoons.
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