There are lots of different names for sugar out therebut we sort through the confusion.
What Is Granulated Sugar?
(The liquid becomes molasses!)
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What Other Names Does Granulated Sugar Go By?
Granulated sugar is the most common sugar used in recipes.
Most confectioners' sugar is mixed with a bit of corn starch to keep it from getting lumpy.
Dark brown sugar has more molasses, while light brown sugar has less.
It has a more grainy texture than granulated sugar, and a molasses-like flavor.
Granulated Sugar vs. Sanding Sugar
Sanding sugar has much larger grains than granulated sugar.
It’s often used to decorate and add sparkle to cookies and other baked goods.
