Do you know how to make your own brown sugar? It's really easy and can be cheaper than buying it at the store. Plus, you can control the sweetness and consistency of your homemade brown sugar. So, read on below to find out how to make brown sugar at home and never need a last-minute grocery store run again.
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❤️ Why this recipe works
- Do you hate running out of brown sugar at the last minute when you are baking some delicious desserts for your family? Well, you can leave that frustration behind when you have this recipe and a couple of ingredients on hand at all times.
- This recipe is easy to follow and perfect when you don't want to make a trip to the grocery store.
- Can be made in under 10 minutes, saving you time in the kitchen.
- Only requires two ingredients that you most likely already have on hand in your pantry.
🔪 Ingredients
- white granulated sugar
- molasses
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🍲 Equipment
⭐ How to store, reheat, and freeze
- This recipe will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one month.
- You can also freeze your brown sugar for up to 6 months. Place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Let it thaw on the counter when you are ready to use it.
💭 Expert Tips
Expert Tip: Expert Tip: If your brown sugar has hardened, place a slice of bread in the container with the brown sugar. Close the lid tightly and let it sit for a day or two. The sugar will absorb the moisture from the bread and soften up.
📋 Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use raw sugar for this homemade brown sugar recipe.
If you don't have molasses on hand, you can use honey instead. However, the brown sugar will not be as dark and will taste slightly different.
This recipe is for light brown sugar. If you want to make dark brown sugar then you will need to double the molasses in this recipe.
🔪 Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Add: Combine the sugar and molasses in a large mixing bowl.
Mix: Use a hand mixer with beaters attached to combine the ingredients until well blended.
The homemade brown sugar can be used in any recipe calling for brown sugar.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
- These Apple Brownies are a delicious recipe to make using this homemade brown sugar recipe.
- The secret to making these homemade Apple Cherry Fritters taste so fresh and delicious is brown sugar. You won't regret making this sweet treat with your fresh brown sugar.
- I love coating a spiral ham in brown sugar. If you ask me, it just makes ham taste so much better. If you love a sweet ham as I do, you will love this Apricot Bourbon Maple Glazed Ham.
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- These Cowboy Beans are the perfect side dish for potlucks, BBQs, and family gatherings. Use a little of your homemade brown sugar and you will be so glad that you made these beans.
- I don't know about you, but I love to start off my day with a comforting bowl of oatmeal. And, this Instant Pot Oatmeal is one of my favorites.
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How to Make Brown Sugar
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Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups white granulated sugar
- 2 Tablespoons molasses
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, using a hand mixer with beaters attached, or by hand using a whisk, blend together the white sugar and molasses until well blended and no longer sticky.
- Store in a covered airtight container for one month. Use as you would brown sugar.
Notes
- This recipe will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one month.
- You can also freeze your brown sugar for up to 6 months. Place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Let it thaw on the counter when you are ready to use it.
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