Light Brown Sugar
What is Light Brown Sugar?
Light brown sugar is a type of sugar made from sugarcane or sugar beets. It is refined white sugar with molasses added back in. The molasses gives it a light brown color and a slightly different flavor than white sugar.
Is Light Brown Sugar vegan?
Light Brown Sugar is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Light Brown Sugar gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Light Brown Sugar a major allergen?
Light brown sugar is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Light Brown Sugar used for?
Manufacturers add light brown sugar primarily as a sweetener.
Is Light Brown Sugar safe?
Light brown sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a sweetener.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add light brown sugar primarily as a sweetener. The molasses content also adds moisture and a distinct flavor to baked goods like cookies and cakes. It is also found in sauces like ketchup and barbecue sauce.
Health notes
Light brown sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a sweetener. Like other sugars, excessive consumption can contribute to health issues such as weight gain and dental cavities. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sugars and has not set a numeric acceptable daily intake (ADI) for added sugars, suggesting consumption should be as low as possible. Evidence does not suggest unique health risks from light brown sugar compared to other caloric sweeteners.
Allergen info
Light brown sugar is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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