Powdered Sugar

Powdered sugar is finely ground sugar used for making icings such as royal icing which is used in cake decorating. Powdered sugar-based icings are generally blended with butter or raw eggs, then extracts or food colorings are added to give extra flavor and color.

Fast Facts

1. Also known as confectioners sugar, icing sugar
2. Added to some cocktails
3. Used for dusting cakes, cookies, doughnuts
4. Key ingredient in icing
5. Simple to make at home with a blender
6. Dissolves quickly in water
7. Commercially available types mixed with starch

Homemade Powdered Sugar

Powdered sugar can be made quickly at home with the use of a blender or food processor. Simply measure out the desired amount of powdered sugar in granulated sugar, and blend or process the sugar until it become fine and powdery.

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