Practical ingredient guide
Brown sugar
Sugar containing molasses, which gives it a brown colour and a mild caramel aroma. It remains added sugar.
Baking
All year round
International
What it offers and why to use it
Sugar containing molasses, which gives it a brown colour and a mild caramel aroma. It remains added sugar. Use measured amounts in baking and to lightly caramelise fruit.
Flavour profile
Sweet with mild molasses notes.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Choose a product with a clear ingredient list and no damp or contaminated packaging.
Store
Keep airtight and dry to prevent hard lumps and moisture absorption.
Prepare
Use measured amounts in baking and to lightly caramelise fruit.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Pineapple, apple, cinnamon and butter.
How to substitute it
White sugar gives less molasses flavour.
From ingredient to plate
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Spiced apple and pear galette
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