Why is it called caster sugar?

In the United States, caster sugar is usually sold under the name “superfine sugar.” It is also sometimes referred to as baking sugar or casting sugar, and can be spelled as “castor.” The term “caster” comes from the fact that the sugar was placed in a shaker, called a caster, and used to sprinkle on fresh fruit.

What’s the difference between caster sugar and regular sugar?

The main difference between granulated (also know as white table sugar) and caster (also know as super-fine in North America) sugar is the size of the grain. It’s also good to note that icing sugar is just a finer version of caster sugar, with the crystals being ground to a fine powder.

What is caster sugar in Australia?

Caster sugar is a very fine granulated white sugar that is free-flowing and dissolves easily. This caster sugar is grown and processed in Australia. Caster sugar is excellent for baking and dessert recipes that require a fine sugar. This is the sugar to use if an American recipe calls for ‘superfine granulated sugar’.

Can I use sugar instead of caster sugar?

Granulated sugar will usually work just fine as a caster sugar alternative. Substitute on a 1:1 ratio (if your recipe calls for a cup of caster sugar, use a cup of granulated sugar).

Is castor sugar and icing sugar the same?

Caster sugar is also known as castor sugar, superfine sugar, or even baker’s sugar. This is not to be confused with another sugar you may have used, which also has a few different names: powdered sugar, also known as icing sugar or confectioners sugar.

Can I make caster sugar?

Caster sugar/castor sugar/superfine sugar is a fine form of granulated sugar. You can make your own caster sugar by grinding granulated sugar slightly in a food processor or blender (or a very clean coffee grinder).

What is granulated sugar called in Australia?

We’ve been there before. Don’t fret, granulated sugar is white sugar in Australia, so chances are you already have it in your pantry. In Australia, granulated sugar is labelled as white sugar and is most commonly used in baking and as an additive to hot beverages like tea and coffee.