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Homemade Brown Sugar

Make homemade brown sugar in minutes using just granulated sugar and molasses. This simple pantry staple is perfect for baking, sauces, and everyday cooking, with easy adjustments for light or dark brown sugar.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Seasonings
Cuisine American/Canadian
Servings 1 cup
Calories 828 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon molasses

Instructions
 

  • Add the granulated sugar and molasses to a bowl. Mix until the molasses is fully incorporated and the sugar turns an even brown color with a soft, slightly moist texture.
  • For larger batches, you can combine the sugar and molasses using a blender, stand mixer, or food processor to make mixing faster and more consistent.
  • That’s it. Your homemade brown sugar is ready to use right away.

Nutrition

Calories: 828kcalCarbohydrates: 214gFat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 296mgSugar: 215gCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mg
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