This article provides an overview of brown sugar, what it tastes like, its availability, alternative names, and of course what other ingredients make brown sugar substitutes.
What is Brown Sugar?
Brown Sugar is a type of sugar that is brown colored due to its molasses content as it is solely derived from Sugar Cane (unlike White Sugar). In many cases, most Brown Sugar is actually just White Sugar and Molasses mixed. The presence of molasses makes it slightly healthier than white sugar also.
What does Brown Sugar Taste Like?
Brown sugar is less sweet than other sugars and has a caramel-like quality to it (as when cooked the crystals caramelize). It obviously has a strong taste of molasses also! Brown sugar is often substituted in recipes for its darker color.
Is Brown Sugar Readily Available in Supermarkets?
Yes – brown sugar is readily available in supermarkets, typically in the baking aisle. Note that raw sugar is a different product from brown sugar however has a lot of similarities, namely color.
What are some alternative names for Brown Sugar?
While there are a lot of names for the different types of sugars, brown sugar doesn’t have an alternative name. You need to be careful when selecting it as there are so many varieties of sugar, many of which are ‘brown’ in color.
What are some good substitutes for Brown Sugar in a recipe?
Luckily, there are a number of great substitutes for brown sugar. These include:
- Any other type of sugar:
- Raw Sugar
- White Sugar
- Turbinado
- Palm Sugar
- Honey (A healthy, natural option)
- Molasses