Sweetener | Vegan Gluten Free

Soft Brown Sugar

Saccharum officinarum (derived from) Allergen-Free
Soft Brown Sugar

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae (Sugar Cane)
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Sugar Cane|Sugar Beet

The Forktionary Angle

"Moist & Mellow Sweetener"

Definition

A sucrose sugar product with a distinctive brown color and moist texture due to the presence of molasses.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Caramel, Molasses
TextureSoft, Moist, Fine Crystals
AromaMolasses, Sweet, Earthy
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Moisture Retention Tip

Store with a terracotta disk or apple slice

Molasses Content

Approx. 3.5% (light) to 6.5% (dark)

pH Level

Slightly acidic (due to molasses)

Nutrition Facts

Per 12g (1 tbsp)
Calories380 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate99 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars99 g
Calcium80 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Potassium130 mg

Chef’s Secret

To soften hardened brown sugar, microwave briefly with a damp paper towel or place in an airtight bag with a marshmallow overnight.

Substitutions

Best Match

Granulated Sugar + Molasses

1 cup sugar + 1 tbsp molasses

Recreates flavor and moisture, excellent for baking.

Dark Brown Sugar

1:1

Good for deeper molasses flavor, may make baked goods darker/denser.

Muscovado Sugar

1:1

Intense molasses flavor and moist texture, less refined.

Coconut Sugar

1:1

Similar caramel notes and moisture, lower glycemic index.

Buying Guide

Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to prevent hardening.

Flavor Pairings

Baked Goods Sauces Marinades Coffee

Recipes Using Soft Brown Sugar

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