
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)
Banana-Coconut Pudding
Banana-Coconut Pudding from the Recidemia collection
Banana Cream Pudding
Banana Cream Pudding from the Recidemia collection
Banana Crème
Banana Crème from the Recidemia collection
Banana Creme Pie
Banana Creme Pie from the Recidemia collection
Banana Crunch Muffins I
Banana Crunch Muffins I from the Recidemia collection
Banana Date Loaf
Banana Date Loaf from the Recidemia collection

Banana Fritters
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Banana-Fudge Ripple Cake
Yield: 16 servings
Banana Loaf
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Makes 1 loaf
Banana Muffins
These are quick, easy, and comparatively healthy (the bananas add moisture and sweetness, meaning you can get away with less butter and sugar than normal). They also taste bloody fantastic.
Banana-nana Pancakes
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Banana Nut Bread
This quickly made bread is high on the list of nourishing foods.
Banana Nut Bread I
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Banana Nut Loaf
Banana Nut Loaf from the Recidemia collection
Banana Nutmeg Pancakes
American cuisine Breakfast Cuisine Vegetarian Cuisine
Banana Pancakes II
Makes 12 (4-inch) pancakes
Banana Passover Cake
Banana Passover Cake from the Recidemia collection
Banana Passover Sponge Cake
Banana Passover Sponge Cake from the Recidemia collection
Banana Peanut Butter Cookies
Banana Peanut Butter Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Banana Peanut Cake
banana Peanut CAKE
Banana Pudding Cake I
Banana Pudding Cake I from the Recidemia collection
Banana Rice Custard
Makes 8 servings.
Banana Rice Pudding
Makes 8 servings.
Banana Scones
Great for breakfast!
Banana's Foster
Bananas Foster is a famous dessert from New Orleans, this is an amazing treat.
Banana Shwe Gye Cake
Banana Shwe Gye Cake from the Recidemia collection
Bananas in a Rich Coconut Sauce
Bananas in a Rich coconut Sauce is a dessert that can be served with ice cream.
Bananas Mango in Coconut Milk
Bananas Mango in Coconut Milk from the Recidemia collection
Banana-Strawberry Muffins
Stir up The Berry Best Batch of banana Muffins You've Ever Made!
Bangladeshi Naan
Bangladeshi Naan from the Recidemia collection
Banh Phu The
Banh Phu The Banh Phu The is a Vietnamese Hue dessert. It is also popular in Bhutan.
Barbados Chocolate Rum Cake
Barbados Chocolate Rum Cake from the Recidemia collection
Barbara's Cracker Crackle
Barbara's Cracker Crackle from the Recidemia collection
Barbecued Chicken with Sweet Vinegar Sauce
This is the first Thai-style dish I ever attempted to make, after I 'discovered' how delicious Thai food is. This recipe is easy enough (for the beginner that I was 10 years ago) and the ingredients not too difficult to find.
Barbecued Fish Margarita
Barbecued Fish Margarita from the Recidemia collection

Barbecued Spare Ribs
are a classic American barbecue meal, made from pork. This version is cooked in the oven, not on a barbecue, and uses a barbecue sauce with a distinct Asian flavor, featuring soy sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic.
Bar-B-Que Marinade
Bar-B-Que Marinade from the Recidemia collection
Basboosa III
Semolina cakes
Basic Buttermilk Salad Dressing
Basic Buttermilk Salad Dressing from the Recidemia collection
Basic Chocolate Christmas Cookies
Basic Chocolate Christmas Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Basic Cobbler
United States
Basic Cookies
Basic Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Basic Cookies I
Basic Cookies I from the Recidemia collection
Basic Cornbread
Preheat oven to 400 °F Grease an 9x9" baking pan.
Basic French Dressing
Served at Scandia Restaurant From "Catsrecipes Y-Group" Makes 1¾ cups.
Basic Indian Vanilla Ice Cream
Contributed by Delma at World Recipes Y-Group
Basic Passover Nut Torte
Basic Passover Nut Torte from the Recidemia collection
Basic Scones
Basic Scones from the Recidemia collection
Basic Sponge Cake II
Basic Sponge Cake II from the Recidemia collection
Bastilla
Bastilla is a traditional Moroccan dish and is usually served as an appetizer. The exotic taste makes this a favorite!