
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)
Creole Beignets
Creole Beignets A beignet is a deep-fried pastry that has been rolled in sugar. The name "beignet" comes from the French word for "fritter". Beignets are popular in New Orleans, where they are also referred to as donuts.
Creole Bread Pudding
Creole Bread Pudding from the Recidemia collection
Creole Shrimp
creole shrimp
Crêpes stuffed with Grand Marnier Rice Pudding
Makes 6 servings
Crescent Cookies
Crescent Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Crescent Cream Cheese Bars
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Crimsel
These rolls or muffins are kosher for Passover
Crimson Slaw
Crimson Slaw from the Recidemia collection
Crisp Spiced Nuts
Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at World Re
Crispy Baked Onion Rings
Crispy Baked Onion Rings from the Recidemia collection

Crispy Noodle Cake
Description
Critters in the Hay
Makes 4 quarts
Croatian Cookies
Makes 1 panfulFile:CROATIANCOOKIES.jpg|thumb

Crockpot Banana Bread
Delicious banana bread prepared in a crockpot.
Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce
Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Croissant French Toast
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Makes 2 Servings
Crumpets
Crumpets from the Recidemia collection
Crunchy Chocolate Raisin Fudge
Crunchy Chocolate Raisin Fudge from the Recidemia collection
Crunchy Strawberry Jello Salad
Crunchy Strawberry Jello Salad from the Recidemia collection
Cucumber Relish
Cucumber Relish from the Recidemia collection
Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream
Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream from the Recidemia collection
Cupa Cupa Cup
Simple and fast to make. This is a cobbler type cake.
Custard Pie
This eggy, sweet pie is easy to make—it forms its own crust as it cooks! Delicious for dessert or a sweet breakfast.
Custard Pudding
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Custard Tarts
Custard Tarts from the Recidemia collection
Custard Trifle Pudding
Custard Trifle Pudding from the Recidemia collection
Cut-out Sugar Cookies
Preparation time: 15 minutes | chill time: 2 hours | bake time: 7 – 9 minutes Makes 3 dozen cookies (depending on size and shape)
Cyprus Coffee
Czarnina
right|Czarnina Polish duck soup
Czech Goulash (the Real Thing)
This came from my Grandmother who received it from her mother who moved here from Czechoslovokia.
Dahi Baingana
Dahi Baingana from the Recidemia collection
Dahi Shorba
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Daiquiri
Daiquiri is an evolving and vast drink created in Cuba.
Dal-gyal Mal-e
Dal-gyal Mal-e
Dalmatian Fritters
Dalmatian Fritters
Danish Gravlaks
Lox, or Cured Salmon. , Also wonderful for any recipe calling for Lox - appetizers etc. The wine and cognac cures the raw salmon.
Danish Raspberry Cookies
Danish Raspberry Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Danish White Cucumber Pickles
This is my mother's recipe with a few adaptations by me. They are wonderful crisp white, sweet pickles that go well with anything (except maybe ice cream). You nearly always see this pickle on Danish open faced Liver pate sandwiches.
Dan Ta
Custard egg tart
Date and Banana Mix
Date and Banana Mix from the Recidemia collection
Date and Banana Squares
This is a Chadian dessert. Many of the desserts in the cuisine of Chad are made from fresh fruits, dry fruits like peanuts, raisins, dates, pistachios etc.
Date bars
Date bars from the Recidemia collection
Date Chewsticks
I got this recipe from a lady who is now in her 90s and still going strong.
Date-filled Cookies
Date-filled Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Date-Nut Balls
My favorite Christmas Cookie. My aunt used to make them for me at Christmas.
Date Nut Bread Pressure Cooker-style
Contributed by PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group
Date-Nut Cookies
Date-Nut Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Date Nut Muffins
Purchased from the Van Sickle Estate in Mabank, Texas in 1990. Dated 1949.
Daube de Banane
Daube de Banane from the Recidemia collection