Homemade Brown Sugar

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1 Cup
Cuisine:
Kitchen Staple
Course:
Kitchen Staple
Description
Homemade brown sugar is incredibly easy to make with just two pantry staples: white granulated sugar and molasses. Whether you’re in a pinch or want a fresher, more customizable version, this DIY brown sugar is ready in minutes and can be adjusted to taste.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup of Organic Cane Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon of Molasses
Equipment
- Medium Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Airtight Container
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Large Mason Jar
Instructions
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Add the sugar and molasses to a medium bowl.
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Use a whisk or a hand mixer to blend until the molasses is fully incorporated and the texture is uniform. (For a larger quantity, using a stand mixer can be very helpful.)
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Store in an airtight container to keep it soft and fresh.
Notes
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature. If it hardens, add a terra cotta sugar saver to soften it.
- Customization: Adjust the amount of molasses to control the flavor and color.
- Quick Fix: You can mix directly into a recipe if you're short on time—just combine the molasses and sugar when mixing the wet ingredients.
- Organic Version: Use organic cane sugar and unsulfured molasses for a more natural alternative.