Using Molasses + Granulated Sugar Instead of Jaggery
Ratio
1 tbsp molasses + 1 cup sugar per cup jaggery
Good — works well with minor differences
Recipe Adjustment Notes
Approximates the mineral/caramel notes when pure sugar is on hand.
Measurement Variance Note
For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 8% across brands and measuring methods (184g-216g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.
How Molasses + Granulated Sugar Compares for Jaggery
Quality rating: good. Approximates the mineral/caramel notes when pure sugar is on hand.