Ask the Test Kitchen
What is the difference between light brown and dark brown sugar? Can they be used interchangeably? —W.S., Middle Grove, New YorkBoth sorts of brown sugar are a combination of sugar and molasses, with dark brown sugar containing extra molasses than light brown sugar. Light brown sugar has a delicate taste whilst dark brown sugar has a more potent extra intense molasses taste. They may be used interchangeably relying in your personal preference.

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