RECIPE CALLS FOR 1 BOX OF POWDERED SUGAR: Measuring Powdered Sugar

It’s that time of year again! The holidays are just around the corner, and with them comes the influx of holiday baking. Whether you’re a bread lover or cookies person, chances are you’ll be making a lot of pumpkin spice muffins, gingerbread houses, and other goodies. In order to get the most out of your baking endeavors, it’s important to have the right ingredients. One of those ingredients is powdered sugar. But how do you measure it? It can be tricky, especially if you’re using a newer measuring spoon that has different measurements on different sides. In this blog post, we’re going to share one recipe call for 1 box of powdered sugar. By following this recipe and measuring your powdered sugar correctly, you’ll be able to bake more accurately and create tastier dishes in the process!

What is Powdered Sugar?

Powdered sugar is a type of sugar that has been crushed and then processed into a fine powder. It is used as an additive in baking recipes, and can be found in many grocery stores. Powdered sugar is also used in other culinary applications, such as salad dressing and marinades.

How is Powdered Sugar Made?

Powdered sugar is made by grinding granulated sugar into a fine powder. It is used in place of granulated sugar in recipes that call for it, such as brownies and cake batter. Powdered sugar can also be used as an all-purpose sweetener.

What are the Different Types of Powdered Sugar?

Powdered sugar is a form of sugar that has been ground down to a very small particle size. Powdered sugar can be used in cooking and baking, and it has many different types including: white, light brown, dark brown, turbinado, and confectioners’ sugar. Powdered sugar is also available in bulk sacks or boxes.

When measuring powdered sugar, be sure to use the correct measurements. Depending on the type of powdered sugar you are using, the measurement will be different. For example, turbinado powder will have a much bigger grain than confectioners’ sugar powder.

To measure powdered sugar, begin by scooping out a tablespoon or so and placing it in your hand. Gently press down with your fingers to form a slightly flattened mound. This is how much powdered sugar you will need for the recipe.

Powdered sugar can be stored in an airtight container in a cool place for up to four months.

Pros and Cons of Powdered Sugar

Pros:
-Great for baking and baking recipes where liquid sugar is not allowed like in gluten free baking
-No need to measure out liquid sugar, just add the right amount of powdered sugar
-Only have to store what you need, no excess storage space needed
-Can be used in many different recipes instead of only using granulated sugar
Cons:
-May be more expensive than regular sugar
-May be harder to dissolve in liquids

What Foods Can I use Powdered Sugar in?

Powdered sugar is great for adding a touch of sweetness to baking recipes. Here are a few foods that you can use it in:

Cake: Add a spoonful of powdered sugar to each cup of batter before baking.
Cookies: Put about 1/4 cup of powdered sugar in a bowl, and mix with an electric mixer until the sugar is fully combined. Then add the dough to your cookie sheets, and Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

Frosting: Powdered sugar can be used as frosting on cakes, cookies, or even cake pops. Simply add enough powdered sugar to make a thick frosting, and mix until smooth.

Conclusion

If you’re like me, sugar always seems to be in short supply. It’s hard enough tracking down the occasional sweetener when you have everything on hand, but try doing that with powdered sugar too? I sure did, and it was a total pain. Thankfully, I found this recipe for powdered sugar that requires only one box of powdered sugar instead of the usual two or three. So if you’re ever in a pinch and can’t find any granulated sugar around, give this recipe a try!