Ingredient

The Following: Brown Sugar

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add brown sugar primarily as a sweetener, but it also contributes a rich …

What it is

Brown sugar is a type of sugar that gets its distinct color and flavor from molasses. It is typically made by adding molasses syrup back to refined white sugar crystals, or it can be produced from partially refined sugar cane juice.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add brown sugar primarily as a sweetener, but it also contributes a rich flavor and helps retain moisture in foods. It is commonly found in baked goods, glazes, sauces, and marinades.

Health notes

Brown sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a source of added sugars, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a healthy diet. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no specific amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams per meal. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. JECFA has evaluated sugars and established an acceptable daily intake "not specified" (meaning no numeric limit is needed based on current data).

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing The Following: Brown Sugar

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Kingston Marketing Co Enriched Wheat Bread Breads & Buns 240kcal 8Protein 2Fat 50Carbs The Kroger Co. Classic Creamstyle Cheesecake, Classic Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 324kcal 7.0Protein 19.7Fat 31.0Carbs Ingles Markets Inc. Three Cheese Pimento Spread, Spicy Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 467kcal 13.3Protein 43.3Fat 6.7Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. English Muffins Breads & Buns 211kcal 7.0Protein 1.4Fat 40.9Carbs Premio Foods, Inc. Cheddar & Bacon Sausage, Natural Smoke Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 314kcal 20Protein 24.3Fat 2.9Carbs Gold Medal Bakery Inc. Whole Grain Bread Breads & Buns 257kcal 14.3Protein 2.9Fat 45.7Carbs Current's Tackle Romesco Sauce, Romesco Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 33kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Alfred Nickles Bakery Inc. Wheat Bread Breads & Buns 240kcal 8Protein 2Fat 50Carbs Hannaford Bros. Co. Crispy Chicken Strips Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 226kcal 17.9Protein 10.7Fat 14.3Carbs Tyson Foods, Inc. White Meat Chicken Nuggets Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 261kcal 13.6Protein 14.8Fat 15.9Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. 12 Grain Bread Breads & Buns 279kcal 11.6Protein 7.0Fat 44.2Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Flax & Grain Bread Breads & Buns 349kcal 11.6Protein 10.5Fat 51.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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