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Sugars & SweetenersUnrefined cane sugar with a strong, complex molasses flavour and moist texture.
Reviewed by CupOrGram Editorial TeamData methodology: NIST-derived density references + recipe testing notesMethodology
Properties
Density Index
0.85 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
200g
Texture
Granular
Category
Sugar
Top Substitute
Dark Brown Sugar
Use 1:1
Closest match. Less complex flavour but similar moisture and colour.
Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 50.3 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 66.4 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 101 grams |
| 1 cups | 201 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 302 grams |
| 2 cups | 402 grams |
| 3 cups | 603 grams |
| 4 cups | 804 grams |
Density: 0.85 g/ml
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Science Note: Precision within +/-0.002g
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Storage Tips
Airtight container. Tends to harden; store with a terra cotta disk or bread slice.
Baking Science
Retains more minerals and moisture than refined sugars. The high molasses content gives intense toffee-butterscotch flavour.
Recipe Context
For cookies: sugar ratio drives spread and caramelization.
For cakes: sugar level affects tenderness and moisture retention.
For frostings: weight gives repeatable texture batch to batch.
Common Pitfalls
- Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
- Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
- Packed vs unpacked sugar measurements are not interchangeable.
Brand Variance & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup muscovado sugar = 200g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 184g-216g per cup (8% band).
Why this happens: granule size, packing, and moisture level shift how much sugar fits in a cup.