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    Home > Recipes > How-Tos

    How To Make Powdered Sugar

    Published: Feb 7, 2021 · Modified: Oct 11, 2022 by Iosune · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

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    Learn how to make powdered sugar in 1 easy step. It's so sweet, light, and fluffy, and it's made with only 2 ingredients in just 2 minutes!

    Photo of a bowl and a spoonful of powdered sugar

    Have you ever wondered how to make powdered sugar? I always used to buy it from the grocery store, as I wasn't sure if I would be able to prepare it myself. Turns out it is SO easy I still can't believe it!

    It is simply ground granulated sugar with a little bit of cornstarch. Although not everyone uses cornstarch, it really gives it its good consistency, and it doesn't affect the sugar's flavor at all.

    Besides, you can use this sweet ingredient to make plenty of different baking and pastry recipes. And by making it at home you can be assured that it does not contain any additives or preservatives!

    Learn how to make powdered sugar with this easy recipe. It really is super simple and affordable, and to make it you only need 2 ingredients and just 2 minutes of your time!

    Contents hide
    1. Powdered sugar recipe - Short video
    2. How to make powdered sugar - Step by step
    3. Pro tips
    4. Is confectioners' sugar the same as powdered sugar?
    5. How to store
    6. How to use
    7. Looking for more how-tos?
    8. Did you learn how to make powdered sugar?
    9. How To Make Powdered Sugar

    Powdered sugar recipe - Short video

    How to make powdered sugar - Step by step

    Step-by-step photos of how to make this recipe
    • Add the granulated sugar and cornstarch to a powerful blender or a food processor (photo 1).
    • Pulse until the mixture has the powdery consistency of powdered or confectioners' sugar (photo 2). Stir with a spatula to make sure it is all getting blended. 
    • Use your powdered sugar in your favorite baking recipes.

    Pro tips

    • Remember to use sugar that is labeled vegan and hasn’t been filtered through bone char.
    • Although cornstarch is optional, it will keep the sugar dry, so I really suggest you use it.
    • You could also make this recipe with other types of sugar.
    Side shot of a bowl of powdered sugar

    Is confectioners' sugar the same as powdered sugar?

    Yes, it is the same! The only thing that changes is the name, as confectioners' sugar and powdered sugar are exactly the same thing.

    How to store

    If stored properly, it will keep in good condition indefinitely. So remember to keep it in an airtight container in a dark, dry, and cool place.

    How to use

    There are plenty of ways of using this kind of sugar. The most common is to use it for decorating sweet recipes, but you could also make some icings or frostings with it.

    If you'd like to make recipes like applesauce, chia pudding, banana milk, or vegan donuts, I suggest you use regular sugar, as the cornstarch might change their consistency. However, you can try it and see if it works for you!

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    Close-up shot of a bowl of powdered sugar

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    How To Make Powdered Sugar

    Learn how to make powdered sugar in 1 easy step. It's so sweet, light, and fluffy, and it's made with only 2 ingredients in just 2 minutes!
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    Course: Gluten Free, How to
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegan
    Prep Time: 2 minutes
    Total Time: 2 minutes
    Servings: 1.6 cups (7 oz or 200 g)
    Author: Iosune


    Ingredients 

    US Customary - Metric
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch, optional
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    Instructions

    • Add the granulated sugar and cornstarch to a powerful blender or food processor.
    • Pulse until the mixture has the powdery consistency of powdered or confectioners' sugar. Stir with a spatula to make sure it is all getting blended.
    • Use your powdered sugar for decoration in baking recipes or to make icings or frostings.
    • Keep your homemade powdered sugar in an airtight container in a dark, dry, and cool place and it will keep in good condition indefinitely.

    Notes

    • Remember to use sugar that is labeled vegan and hasn’t been filtered through bone char.
    • Although cornstarch is optional, it will keep the sugar dry, so I really suggest you use it.
    • You could also make this recipe with other types of sugar.
    • If you'd like to make recipes like applesauce, chia pudding, banana milk, or vegan donuts, I suggest you use regular sugar, as the cornstarch might change their consistency.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.3cups | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 41.5g | Sugar: 40g

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    Comments

    1. Tonya Strothman says

      October 27, 2021 at 7:44 pm

      Just remember, there are people with corn allergies. Potato startch or tapioca work for those with corn allergies, like my husband.

      Reply
      • Iosune Robles says

        November 05, 2021 at 10:13 am

        Thnaks for the tip 🙂

        Reply
    2. Yikes says

      June 10, 2021 at 8:05 am

      Uhm granulated sugar isnt vegan.. just to be clear.

      Reply
      • Iosune Robles says

        June 14, 2021 at 10:07 am

        Hi! The one we used was vegan 🙂

        Reply
    3. Tahira Akhtar says

      April 19, 2021 at 7:00 pm

      5 stars
      Never knew it was this easy. Never buying icing sugar again

      Thank you so much

      Reply
      • Iosune Robles says

        April 20, 2021 at 11:55 am

        Thanks for your kind comment 🙂

        Reply
    4. Myra rosales says

      February 15, 2021 at 8:45 am

      5 stars
      I want vegan food.. thanks for the recipe you share

      Reply
      • Iosune Robles says

        February 18, 2021 at 7:05 am

        Hi Myra! Thanks for your kind comment 🙂

        Reply
    5. Rhonda says

      February 09, 2021 at 10:24 am

      Absolutely does NOT work! And I have a super powerful blender. Sugar is still very grainy (granulated) afterward. Best bet is to continue to buy ALREADY powdered sugar.

      Reply
      • Iosune Robles says

        February 10, 2021 at 10:39 am

        I'm so sorry about that! We've made it several times and it works 🙂

        Reply
    6. Porsche Espindola says

      February 07, 2021 at 3:40 pm

      What can you use instead of cornstarch? I have an allergy to corn. Thanks

      Reply
      • Iosune Robles says

        February 08, 2021 at 8:39 am

        Hi! Maybe you could use potato starch 🙂

        Reply

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