Caster sugar is a type of sugar that has a fine texture, similar to granulated sugar but slightly finer. It is often used in baking and desserts because it dissolves more easily. The main difference between caster sugar and regular sugar is the texture - caster sugar is finer and dissolves more quickly than regular sugar.
Caster sugar is a finely ground sugar that dissolves easily in liquids, making it ideal for baking. It is different from regular sugar in baking recipes because its fine texture helps create a smoother texture in baked goods like cakes and meringues.
yes it is its just finer.
I have tried it and dosent make much of a diffrence!
Caster sugar is called "superfine" sugar in the United States. Do not confuse with confectioner's (powdered) sugar to which cornstarch has been added.
No, its not, icing sugar is a fine powder whereas caster sugar is grainy crystals. Chemically they are probably the same, but the grain size is different. Caster sugar and granulated sugar are the same though I think.
Most people say "sugar" to mean granulated sugar. Different sugars are pure cane sugar and confectionery sugar (the powdered kind).
Caster sugar is heavier.
In America, caster sugar is called superfine sugar.
Like granulated/table sugar, caster/or sugar comes from sugar cane or sugar beet Castor, or caster, sugar is exactly the same as regular granulated sugar, simply ground to a very fine flour-like consistency Please do not confuse castor/er sugar with confectioners, or icing or fondant sugar which contains 3% starch to prevent clumping You can make castor/er sugar yourself by blending or processing regular granulated table sugar for a few minutes Use it promptly to avoid clumping
Like granulated/table sugar, caster/or sugar comes from sugar cane or sugar beet Castor, or caster, sugar is exactly the same as regular granulated sugar, simply ground to a very fine flour-like consistency Please do not confuse castor/er sugar with confectioners, or icing or fondant sugar which contains 3% starch to prevent clumping You can make castor/er sugar yourself by blending or processing regular granulated table sugar for a few minutes Use it promptly to avoid clumping
Yes, you can use caster sugar instead of granulated sugar. However, be careful on the measurements. Use a little less caster sugar. Caster sugar is finer granulated sugar. It is not as fine as powdered sugar, but it is in between granulated and powder. Caster sugar dissolves more easily,so it is very beneficial in making meringues.
Yes. Caster suger is finer than ordinary sugar so there is less air space between the crystals and more sugar for the same volume. But on a weight-by-weight basis, it should not be any sweeter than regular sugar.