Ingredient

Confectionary Sugar

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Role in food

Manufacturers use confectioners' sugar primarily as a sweetener and texturizer in frostings, icings, glazes, …

What it is

Confectioners' sugar is a finely ground granulated sugar, also known as powdered sugar or icing sugar. It is made by milling granulated sugar with a small amount of cornstarch (typically 3-5%) to prevent clumping. This process creates a smooth, powdery texture.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use confectioners' sugar primarily as a sweetener and texturizer in frostings, icings, glazes, and fillings due to its fine texture, which dissolves easily and creates a smooth finish. It is also used in baked goods like cookies and cakes, and as a dusting for desserts.

Health notes

Confectioners' sugar is essentially pure sugar and provides calories with minimal nutritional value. The FDA classifies it as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. Like other added sugars, excessive consumption can contribute to health issues such as weight gain and dental cavities. JECFA has evaluated sugar and established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Confectioners' sugar is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Confectionary Sugar

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Cell-Nique Corp. Cherrybrook Kitchen, Chocolate Frosting Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 423kcal 0Protein 17.6Fat 67.0Carbs The Fillo Factory, Inc. Strudel, Cheese & Blueberry Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 289kcal 4.8Protein 16.0Fat 31.3Carbs Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc. Vanilla Bean Dip, Vanilla Bean Dips & Salsa High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 308kcal 3.9Protein 26.9Fat 19.2Carbs Cell-Nique Corp. Chocolate Frosting Mix Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 381kcal 4.8Protein 0Fat 95.2Carbs Cookies United, LLC Cookies United, Harvest Cookie Assortment Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 500kcal 4.5Protein 31.8Fat 59.1Carbs Paradise Eximport, Inc. Judicakes, Cream Cheese Poundcake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 350kcal 3.8Protein 21.2Fat 40Carbs Lucky Nutrition, LLC Strawberry Sandcastle Protein Bar, Strawberry Sandcastle Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 371kcal 37.1Protein 8.6Fat 40Carbs Cowrind Studios, Inc. Judi Cakes, Cream Cheese Poundcake, Caramel Sea Salt, Caramel Sea Salt Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 312kcal 2.5Protein 20Fat 33.8Carbs Swatt Baking Company L.A. Cinnamon Bread Sauce, L.A. Cinnamon Bread Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 286kcal 0Protein 0Fat 75Carbs Lucky Nutrition, LLC Pirate Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bar, Pirate Peanut Butter Chocolate Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 400kcal 37.1Protein 12.9Fat 40Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Vanilla Beanie Cupcakes, Vanilla Beanie Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 368kcal 1.8Protein 12.3Fat 61.4Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Strawberry 2 Step Cupcakes, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 368kcal 1.8Protein 12.3Fat 61.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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