Homemade Brown Sugar is so simple to make, and I'll show you how! You only need 2 ingredients and 5 minutes, and it can be used in any recipe.
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Baking season is almost upon us, and all of my favorite recipes like my Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies, Vegan Apple Crumble and Vegan Pumpkin Cookies have one ingredient in common: brown sugar.
But if you open your cabinet to find that you don't have any, don't fear! I am here today to teach you how to make it yourself using just 2 ingredients in only 5 minutes. Then, you are back to your regularly scheduled Fall baking.
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Why You'll Love This Homemade Brown Sugar Recipe
- This recipe is ready in 5 minutes!
- And only requires 2 basic ingredients.
- This Homemade Brown Sugar can be used in any recipe.
- It tastes exactly like store-bought.
- This is a quick and easy way to get yourself out of a baking pinch!
What is the Difference Between White and Brown Sugar?
They both start off the same way. They are both made from either sugar cane or sugar beets. Their juice is boiled to remove the sugar crystals, and that is white sugar. The byproduct of this process is called molasses.
To make brown sugar, some molasses is added back to the sugar crystals and mixed through.
So, the only difference between the two sugars is molasses.
Ingredient Notes
Granulated Sugar: Any granulated sugar works.
Unsulphured Molasses: I love Grandma's Molasses. It is easy to find in any grocery store. Do not use blackstrap molasses for this recipe. It is too strong.
Special Equipment
I like to make this recipe using a hand mixer, or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. But just a large bowl and rubber spatula works, too!
How to Make Homemade Brown Sugar
Step 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and molasses.
Step 2. Mix using a hand mixer or in a stand mixer until the mixture is homogenous and looks like homemade light brown sugar.
And now, use as desired!
Uses
- Use it in syrups like Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
- Or in any baking recipe you like Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies or Vegan Oatmeal Cream Pies
- Or add it to cocktails like my Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail.
Recipe FAQs
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, like your cupboard, for up to 2 months.
No! Molasses is where the color and flavor come from.
Yes. This recipe is easily adjustable. Feel free to halve it, double it, triple it, or even quadruple it!
Expert Recipe Tips
If you need homemade dark brown sugar, don't fear! I added notes in the recipe card for how to adjust the recipe.
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How to Make Homemade Brown Sugar
Equipment
- 1 Large Bowl
- 1 Stand Mixer fitted with Paddle Attachment, or Hand Mixer
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Unsulphured Molasses I love Grandma's brand
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add granulated sugar and molasses. See note!1 Cup Granulated Sugar, 1 Tbsp Unsulphured Molasses
- Mix on low until everything is well combined. It will take 2-3 minutes.
- Use as desired!
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