How to Make Brown Sugar
Running low on a key ingredient, but don’t want to run to the store? We’ve got you covered. With just two pantry staples, you can learn how to make brown sugar in under 5 minutes, saving money and your recipe.
Servings: 16 Tablespoons
Calories: 52kcal
Cost: Recipe $0.54
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar ($0.38)
- 1 tablespoon molasses ($0.16)
Instructions
- Combine. Add the granulated sugar to a mixing bowl.
- Add molasses. Pour in the molasses. Use 1 tablespoon for light brown sugar or 2 tablespoons for dark brown sugar.
- Mix. Stir with a fork, whisk, or your hands until evenly blended and clump-free.
- Store. Transfer to an airtight container until ready to use.
Notes
- Measurement tip. Match the recipe’s instruction for packed or unpacked brown sugar when substituting.
- Color control. More molasses creates darker, richer brown sugar.
- Storage. Keep tightly sealed to prevent drying out.
- Softening. If hardened, microwave with a damp paper towel for about 20 seconds.
- Flavor swaps. Maple syrup or honey can replace molasses for a different flavor profile.
- Scaling. Easily double or triple using the same sugar-to-molasses ratio.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Tablespoon | Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 19mg | Sugar: 13g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg
