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Powdered Sugar
BakingFinely ground white sugar with cornstarch, for frostings, glazes, and dusting. Also called confectioners' sugar.
3 substitutes
Substitutes
Granulated Sugar (blended)
1 cup granulated = 1 cup powdered
Blend 30 seconds in blender/processor. Add 1 tsp cornstarch per cup.
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Best for: frostings, glazes, dusting
Coconut Sugar (blended)
1:1 blended fine
Tan/brown with caramel flavor. Adds color.
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Best for: dusting, dark frostings
β οΈNot for: white frostings, royal icing
Xylitol (blended)
1:1 blended fine
Sugar-free option. Toxic to dogs β keep away from pets.
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Best for: sugar-free frostings, dusting
β οΈNot for: homes with dogs, caramelizing