Ingredient swap
Powdered Sugar vs Granulated Sugar
Powdered sugar is granulated sugar ground fine, usually with a little cornstarch. It weighs much less per cup because the fine powder holds air.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not volume: 1 cup granulated (200 g) equals about 1⅔ cups powdered. Do not use powdered sugar where crystals are needed for creaming.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Powdered Sugar | Granulated Sugar |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 389 | 387 |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbs | 99.8 g | 100 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 97.8 g | 100 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 1 mgbetter |
| 1 cup weighs | 120 g | 200 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use granulated sugar instead of powdered sugar?
Swap by weight, not volume: 1 cup granulated (200 g) equals about 1⅔ cups powdered. Do not use powdered sugar where crystals are needed for creaming.
Which has more protein?
Powdered Sugar, with 0 g per 100 g versus 0 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Granulated Sugar, with 387 calories per 100 g.