Sugar Tips and Tricks

Tip: Crush Sugar Cubes For Granulated Sugar

Sandi/Poor But Proud
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November 10, 2011

This might sound funny, but I will explain. Being a diabetic, I recently discovered that the sugar cubes are portion controlled and better for me than artificial sweeteners, which make me sick.

However, sometimes I need to sprinkle sugar on say spaghetti sauce or chili. I came up with this little trick. Simply put the cubes between two saucers and gently rock them back and forth, pressing down. You will crush the cube between the nested saucers and then you can sprinkle away!

By Sandi/Poor But Proud from Salem, OR

Tip: Marshmallows to Prevent Clumps in Sugar

joanWZ
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May 12, 2017

If you have marshmallows, put 3-5 inside the jar where you store sugar. The marshmallows will absorb the air inside the jar that causes the sugar to clump.

Tip: Make Your Own Sugars For Baking

Marjorie
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May 19, 2009

If you don't have decorator sugar, you can make some by placing 1/4 cup granulated sugar into a re-sealable plastic food bag. Add the desired food color, one drop at a time.

Tip: Use a 2 Quart Pitcher for Sugar

Cathy

May 29, 2008

I came in from the store having bought sugar on sale, and was looking for another cannister to put it in when I spied the new 2 quart lidded pitcher I had picked up at the dollar store the day before. Sure enough - the pitcher makes a great and handy container for sugar.

Question: Substituting Marshmallow Cream for Sugar?

hickorylanesoaps

October 29, 2017

Answers

poehere
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October 30, 20170 found this helpful

Replacing sugar in a recipe

1. You can replace sugar with so many other foods or syrups.
2. For example, you can use honey, or even maple syrup.
3. You can even use bananas to replace sugar.
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4. Some people like to use agave or even stevia.
5. Unfortunately, I can find anyone who has ever tried to use marshmallow cream in place of sugar.
6. I personally don't think this can be done. I am so sorry. I have searched and searched and in the end nobody has ever done this before.

 

Judy
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October 30, 20170 found this helpful

It seems that they are both just as sweet. I would try 1/4 cup. You have nothing to lose.

 

cybergrannie
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November 3, 20170 found this helpful

A substitution may work in some recipes but may not mix properly in others.

• Marshmallow Cream has several other ingredients so think about that before you substitute.
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• Here is a list of common ingredients:
• Corn Syrup, Sugar, Water, Egg Whites, Artificial Flavor, Cream of Tartar, Xanthan Gum, Artificial Color
• It is possible you have no sugar at the moment and just wish to substitute something for a recipe right now so I would say to try about the same amount as sugar in recipe and hope for the best.

 

Storing Sugar

Granulated sugar should be store in a sealed container in a cool dry location. If sugar is a free from pests and other contaminants and stored properly, it has an indefinite shelf life. Keep reading for more tips and information about storing sugar.

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