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Caster sugar vs icing sugar
5 options, ranked, with the exact amount
Use Caster sugar → icing sugar
Same amount as the caster sugar
Caster sugar and icing sugar are different: caster sugar has fine grains while icing sugar is powdered. For caster sugar, use superfine sugar. For icing sugar, use powdered sugar. Both can be substituted with 1:1 ratio.
- Best for —
- baking
One casethe full caster sugar card
Every option, one card
Ranked| # | Substitute | Instead of caster sugar |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caster sugar → icing sugarbaking | Same amount |
| 2 | Icing sugar → caster sugarbaking | Same amount |
| 3 | Superfine sugarbaking | Same amountWorks |
| 4 | Powdered sugarbaking | Same amountWorks |
| 5 | Granulated sugarbaking | Same amount |
Caster sugar → icing sugar
similar taste, finer texture
Icing sugar provides similar sweetness to caster sugar with finer texture. Good for when you want the same functionality with powdered consistency.
- Best for
- baking, when you want finer texture, frosting, most caster sugar recipes
Use in equal amounts by volume. Icing sugar has similar sweetness but finer texture than caster sugar. Ideal for recipes where you want powdered consistency.
Icing sugar → caster sugar
similar taste, coarser texture
Caster sugar provides similar sweetness to icing sugar with coarser texture. Good for when you want the same functionality with fine-grained sugar.
- Best for
- baking, when you want coarser texture, general use, most icing sugar recipes
Use in equal amounts by volume. Caster sugar has similar sweetness but coarser texture than icing sugar. Ideal for recipes where you want fine-grained sugar.
Superfine sugar
identical taste and texture
Superfine sugar provides identical sweetness and texture to caster sugar. Good for when you want the exact same functionality with fine-grained sugar.
- Best for
- baking, when you want identical results, fine texture, most sugar recipes
Use in equal amounts by volume. Superfine sugar has identical sweetness and texture to caster sugar. Ideal for all applications where fine sugar is needed.
Powdered sugar
identical taste and texture
Powdered sugar provides identical sweetness and texture to icing sugar. Good for when you want the exact same functionality with powdered consistency.
- Best for
- baking, when you want identical results, powdered texture, most sugar recipes
Use in equal amounts by volume. Powdered sugar has identical sweetness and texture to icing sugar. Ideal for all applications where powdered sugar is needed.
Granulated sugar
similar taste, coarser texture
Granulated sugar provides similar sweetness to both caster and icing sugar with coarser texture. Good for when you want standard refined white sugar.
- Best for
- baking, when you want coarser texture, general use, most sugar recipes
Use in equal amounts by volume. Granulated sugar has similar sweetness but coarser texture than both caster and icing sugar. Ideal for recipes where you want standard sugar.
How it behaves in this recipe
When comparing caster sugar and icing sugar, they have different textures but similar sweetness levels. Caster sugar has fine grains while icing sugar is powdered. The recommended substitutes work because they maintain similar sweetness levels while providing appropriate texture profiles for different applications.
Tips for substituting caster sugar
8 tips- For caster sugar vs icing sugar, use 1:1 ratio - they have different textures but similar sweetness
- When making caster sugar cookies, use icing sugar for finer texture
- For icing sugar in cakes, use caster sugar for structure
- In caster sugar meringues, use icing sugar for smoother texture
- For icing sugar in brownies, use caster sugar for better structure
- When making caster sugar macarons, use icing sugar for smooth texture
- For icing sugar in pavlova, use caster sugar for stability
- In caster sugar cheesecake, use icing sugar for finer consistency
Notes on caster sugar
- For caster sugar: Use superfine sugar for identical results
- For icing sugar: Use powdered sugar for identical results
- For both: Use granulated sugar for coarser texture
- For caster sugar: Use icing sugar for finer texture
- For icing sugar: Use caster sugar for coarser texture
Questions
5 questionsCan I substitute caster sugar with icing sugar?
Yes, caster sugar and icing sugar can be substituted. Use equal amounts by volume. Icing sugar has finer texture than caster sugar but similar sweetness.
What's the difference between caster sugar and icing sugar?
Caster sugar has fine grains while icing sugar is powdered. Both have similar sweetness but different textures. Caster sugar dissolves faster than granulated sugar but slower than icing sugar.
Can I use icing sugar instead of caster sugar?
Yes, icing sugar works as a caster sugar substitute. Use equal amounts by volume. Icing sugar has finer texture but similar sweetness to caster sugar.
What can I use instead of caster sugar or icing sugar?
For alternatives, use superfine sugar for caster sugar, powdered sugar for icing sugar, or granulated sugar for both with coarser texture.
Can I substitute powdered sugar for caster sugar?
Yes, powdered sugar works as a caster sugar substitute. Use equal amounts by volume. Powdered sugar has finer texture but similar sweetness to caster sugar.