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In general, mold doesn't grow when there is a high concentration of sugar. That being said, mold will grow wherever the conditions are right. Mold can grow when sugar is present if it has enough moisture and the temperature is right, however it usually the starches found in relation with sugar that the mold will find more palatable.

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