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Light brown sugar and dark brown sugar in separate bowls for baking.

Homemade Brown Sugar

Make homemade brown sugar in minutes with just two simple ingredients. This easy recipe is perfect for baking cookies, cakes, breads, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp molasses

Method
 

  1. Add the granulated sugar and molasses to a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix together with a fork, spoon, or electric mixer until the molasses is evenly incorporated and the sugar turns brown.
  3. Use immediately in your favorite recipes or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For lighter brown sugar, use less molasses - 1 tbsp.
  • For darker brown sugar, add a little more molasses - 2 tbsp.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Use homemade brown sugar just as you would store-bought brown sugar.