Substitute for powdered sugar

1 cup of powdered sugar can be replaced with 5/8 cup granulated sugar + 2 tsp cornstarch.

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Amount the recipe needs

You need	Granulated sugar + cornstarch
1/4 cup powdered sugar	2 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar + 1/2 tsp cornstarch
1/2 cup powdered sugar	0.3 cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp cornstarch
1 cup powdered sugar	5/8 cup granulated sugar + 2 tsp cornstarch
2 cups powdered sugar	1 1/4 cups granulated sugar + 1 1/3 tbsp cornstarch

Blend in a high-speed blender for about a minute until powdery. Let the dust settle before opening the lid.

Homemade powdered sugar is a little coarser, so it can feel slightly gritty in smooth icing.

Granulated sugar + cornstarch: A cup of powdered sugar weighs about 120 g, so you need less granulated sugar than a cup.

What can I use instead of powdered sugar?

1 cup of powdered sugar can be replaced with 5/8 cup granulated sugar + 2 tsp cornstarch.

How much substitute do I need for 2 cups of powdered sugar?

1 1/4 cups granulated sugar + 1 1/3 tbsp cornstarch.

Will the result change?

Homemade powdered sugar is a little coarser, so it can feel slightly gritty in smooth icing.