
sugar
Sugar is primarily composed of carbohydrates providing approximately 4 calories per gram, with negligible protein, fat, or micronutrients in refined white sugar. Specialty sugars such as muscovado and coconut sugar contain trace minerals including potassium and iron, though in nutritionally insignificant quantities.
About
Sugar is a simple carbohydrate (monosaccharide or disaccharide) that serves as a fundamental sweetening agent in culinary applications worldwide. The most common culinary sugar is sucrose, a disaccharide derived from sugar cane (Saccharum officinarum) or sugar beets (Beta vulgaris), which is extracted, refined, and crystallized into granulated form. Sucrose comprises glucose and fructose units bonded together and represents approximately 99.9% purity in refined white sugar.\n\nSugar exists in multiple forms beyond granulated white sugar, including brown sugar (sucrose with molasses), muscovado (moist, mineral-rich), demerara, and turbinado (large-crystal varieties), as well as other sweetening sources such as honey, maple syrup, and coconut sugar. Each variety possesses distinct moisture content, crystal size, and residual mineral profiles that influence flavor and culinary properties. Chemically, sugar is highly soluble in water and undergoes transformation when heated—caramelizing at elevated temperatures and undergoing the Maillard reaction when combined with proteins.
Culinary Uses
Sugar functions as a fundamental ingredient across all culinary traditions, serving roles that extend far beyond simple sweetening. In baking, it modifies texture (providing moisture and tenderness), promotes browning through caramelization and the Maillard reaction, and contributes to structure through its hygroscopic properties. In confectionery, precise heating and crystallization techniques transform sugar into syrups, caramels, fondant, and pulled sugar sculptures. Sugar also functions as a preservative in jams and pickles, balances acidity in sauces, and enhances the perception of other flavors. It appears in savory applications including barbecue rubs, glazes, and Asian cooking, where balance between sweet and savory is essential.
Used In
Recipes Using sugar (2,800)

Cocadas
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Cocktail Kebabs
Cocktail Kebabs is a delicious recipe that you can cook quickly and easily.
Cocoa Bread
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Cocoa Cake
Cocoa Cake from the Recidemia collection
Cocoa Cookies
Cocoa Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Cocoa Fruit Cookies
Cocoa Fruit Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Cocoa Fudge Cake
Betty Crocker's Cook Book for Boy's and Girls, out of copyright
Cocoa Liqueur
). For lighter flavour, Cocoa Powder can be cut by as much as half (yield will also be slightly higher), add sugar to saturation point and/or to taste. Yield approx.
Cocoa Mix
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Cocoanut Biscuits
Cocoanut Biscuits from the Recidemia collection
Cocoanut Cookies
Cocoanut Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Cocoanut Cream Cookies
Cocoanut Cream Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Cocoanut Macaroons
Cocoanut Macaroons from the Recidemia collection
Coco Loco
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: my old rec
Coconut bake
Coconut bake from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Bread I
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Coconut Candy (Uganda)
In Tanzania Kashatas are a great favorite in the market place and in Tanzanian homes they are served at tea time instead of cakes or cookies.
Coconut-Caramel Custard
This recipe takes about 50 minutes to cook.
Coconut Carrot Bread
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Coconut Chocolate Cheesecake
Coconut Chocolate Cheesecake from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Chutney
is served as a side dish for a lot of Indian snacks and breakfast items. It can be mild to extra hot depending on the individual preference. This recipe is from South India.
Coconut Cookies
Coconut Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Custard I
Coconut Custard I from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Fish Curry Parcels
* Serves 4
Coconut Gulgula
Coconut Gulgula from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Jam Tart
Lovely coconut jam tart
Coconut Rice with Beans
Coconut Rice with Beans from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Rice with Red Beans
Coconut Rice with Red Beans from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Roast Bake
Coconut Roast Bake from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Snaps
* Makes 48
Coconuts Pie
Coconuts Pie from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Sugar Cakes
Coconut Sugar Cakes from the Recidemia collection
Coconut Sweet Bread
Coconut Sweet Bread from the Recidemia collection
Coffee Cake Recipe
This cake with coffee is refreshing for all coffee lovers. This simple preparation takes only about an hour to complete. The crispy and crunchy walnuts, the sweet vanilla flavor and the coffee mix provides a treat to all those who loves coffee cakes.
Coffee Can Cakes
Coffee Can Cakes from the Recidemia collection
Coffee Cookie
Coffee Cookie from the Recidemia collection
Coffee Custard
Coffee Custard
Coffee Date Rice Cream
Makes 12 servings.
Coffee Ice-cream
In Romanian: Inghetata de cafea
Coffee Kisses
A friend of mine, Della, brought these to work about 20 years ago. They were a hit among all of us who like coffee. Even though I moved shortly after that, I still remember our last Christmas at work when I make these.
Coffee Meringue Kisses
These cookies - said to have been a favorite with Marie Antoinette - are 100 percent fat-free, and have about 20 calories per cookie. They also have no flour, so would be good for someone who isn't able to eat wheat.
Coffee Rum Glazed Apples
Coffee Rum Glazed Apples from the Recidemia collection
Coffee Rum Glazed Apples
Coffee Rum Glazed Apples from the Recidemia collection
Cointreau Rice Pudding
Makes 8 servings.
Cold Buttermilk Soup
Cold Buttermilk Soup from the Recidemia collection
Cold Rhubarb Soufflé
Cold Rhubarb Soufflé from the Recidemia collection
Cold Rice Drink (Fresco de Arroz)
Makes 8 to 10 servings.

Coleslaw
Contributed by Dorie at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Momsmenuplan/
Colombian Mango Delight
Colombian Mango Delight
Colonial Duckling with Fruited Rice
Makes 6 servings.