powdered sugar
food
Also known as: confectioner’s sugar, icing sugar
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Powdered sugar, also known as confectioners' sugar or pulverized sugar, is finely ground granulated sugar. It is typically made by grinding granulated sugar into a powder, often with the addition of a small amount of flour to prevent caking. This fine texture makes it ideal for frostings, glazes, and dusting baked goods, as it dissolves easily and creates a smooth finish. Unlike granulated sugar, which has larger particles, powdered sugar is ultrafine.1234
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