americanEasyvegetariangluten freedairy freenut free
Powdered Sugar
RATING
4.6/5(90)
TASTE SCORE
6/10
Making your own powdered sugar is incredibly easy and requires just two simple ingredients. Perfect for frostings, glazes, or dusting over desserts when you're in a pinch. Ready in under a minute!
SERVINGS
4
INGREDIENTS
For 4 servings
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
201
201
CALORIES · 0.25 CUP
Protein0g · 0%
Carbs52g · 103%
Fat0g · 0%
Fiber0g
Sodium1mg
Potassium1mg
Phosphorus0mg
INSTRUCTIONS
6 steps. 1 minutes total.
6 STEPS
- 1
Step 1
- a.Add the granulated sugar and cornstarch to a high-speed blender or spice grinder.
- 2
Step 2
- a.Secure the lid tightly.
- 3
Step 3
- a.Blend on the highest setting for 30-60 seconds, or until a very fine, fluffy powder forms.
- 4
Step 4
- a.Let the dust settle for a minute before opening the lid to avoid a sugar cloud.
- 5
Step 5
- a.Transfer the freshly made powdered sugar to an airtight container.
- 6
Step 6
- a.Store at room temperature until ready to use.
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Use a high-powered blender or a clean coffee/spice grinder for the finest, most consistent texture.
- 2Always let the sugar dust settle for a minute before opening the blender lid to prevent a messy sugar cloud in your kitchen.
- 3Store homemade powdered sugar in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 months.
- 4For a super-fine texture, you can sift the sugar through a fine-mesh sieve after blending.
- 5The cornstarch is crucial as it acts as an anti-caking agent, preventing the sugar from clumping together due to moisture.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
keto
Keto
Replace granulated sugar with an equal amount of a keto-friendly granulated sweetener like erythritol or allulose. The blending process remains the same.
healthyHealthy
For a less refined option, use coconut sugar or date sugar. Note that the final color will be darker and the flavor will have caramel notes.
quickQuick
For a flavor-infused sugar, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla powder, cocoa powder, or a pinch of cinnamon along with the sugar before blending.
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