Homemade Brown Sugar Substitute
Transform your baking staples with this quick and easy Homemade Brown Sugar Substitute! In just 5 minutes, you can create a perfectly moist and rich brown sugar using only two simple ingredients—granulated sugar and molasses. Whether you need a light or dark brown sugar, this recipe offers customization to suit your baking needs. Ideal for cookies, cakes, or sweet glazes, this DIY version is a lifesaver when you're in a pinch or looking to control the flavor profile of your recipes. Best of all, it stores beautifully in an airtight container, so you'll always have fresh, homemade brown sugar on hand. Perfect for bakers who value simplicity, efficiency, and flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Molasses
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and molasses.
Using a fork or a hand mixer, mix the molasses into the sugar until it is evenly incorporated. The sugar should take on a light brown color and a slightly moist texture.
If you prefer a darker brown sugar, add an additional 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of molasses and mix thoroughly.
Once fully combined, your homemade brown sugar is ready to use. Transfer it to an airtight container for storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.9 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 292 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
