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What can I use instead of white sugar?
Best substitute for 1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
Brown sugar — 1:1; adds moisture and molasses notes.
cups
Amounts below are for 1 cup white sugar
4 substitutes for white sugar
| Substitute | Use this much | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Brown sugar | 1 cup packed brown sugar | 1:1; adds moisture and molasses notes. |
| Honey | 3/4 cup honey | Reduce other liquid by 1 tbsp; lower temp 25F. |
| Maple syrup | 3/4 cup maple syrup | Reduce other liquids slightly. |
| Coconut sugar | 1 cup coconut sugar | 1:1; slightly less sweet. |
Granulated white sugar can be swapped for other sugars and syrups. With liquid sweeteners, remember to cut back on other liquids in the recipe.
Tips
- For liquid sweeteners, cut other liquids by about 1/4 cup per cup.
- Brown sugar swaps 1:1 and adds chew.
FAQ
- Can I use honey instead of sugar?
- Yes - use 3/4 cup honey per cup of sugar and reduce other liquids slightly.
- Is brown sugar sweeter than white sugar?
- No, they're about equally sweet; brown just adds molasses flavor and moisture.