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Sweeteners

27 Words

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sugar
1.
su
gar
Noun

a sweet white or brown substance that is obtained from plants and used to make food and drinks sweet

A drizzle of sugar syrup over pancakes or waffles adds a delightful sweetness to breakfast.

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white sugar
Noun

a refined and granulated sugar commonly used in cooking and baking for its sweetening properties

He measured out the precise amount of white sugar needed for his baking recipe, ensuring the perfect level of sweetness.

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brown sugar
3.
brown sugar
Noun

a type of sweetener that is made by adding molasses to refined white sugar

The children eagerly licked their fingers after dipping them into a bowl of brown sugar.

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caster sugar
Noun

a finely granulated sugar that is commonly used in baking and dessert recipes

I like to dissolve caster sugar in hot water to make a sweet syrup for my cocktails.

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granulated sugar
Noun

a common type of sugar that consists of fine, granular crystals

They sprinkled some granulated sugar over freshly baked cookies.

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icing sugar
Noun

a type of finely powdered sugar used for making icing or frosting for cakes and pastries

It's always a joy to dust a warm pie with a light coating of icing sugar.

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gur
Noun

an unrefined sugar used in South Asian cuisine, made from boiled sugar cane juice or palm sap, known for its rich flavor and sweetening properties

I mixed gur with warm milk to make a comforting and nourishing drink on a cold winter evening.

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ja
gge
ry
Noun

a traditional unrefined sweetener made from sugarcane juice or palm sap

She adds jaggery to her homemade granola bars for a healthier sweetener option.

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sugar lump
Noun

a small, solid cube of sugar used for sweetening beverages or as a decorative element in cooking

He placed a sugar lump in his coffee to sweeten it just the way he liked.

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sugar cube
Noun

a small, solid sugar cube used for sweetening beverages

I used a sugar cube to attract hummingbirds to my garden, placing it near their favorite flowers.

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refined sugar
Noun

a processed form of sugar that has undergone purification and removal of impurities

She learned various techniques to reduce her dependence on refined sugar in her daily diet.

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powdered sugar
Noun

a finely ground sugar with a powdery texture, often used for dusting or making frostings

He accidentally spilled powdered sugar all over the kitchen counter while trying to measure it for the recipe.

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maple sugar
Noun

a sweetener made from the sap of maple trees, often used in cooking and baking

It's always a joy to receive a jar of homemade maple sugar as a thoughtful gift.

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malt sugar
Noun

a sweetener derived from malted grains, often used in brewing and baking

She discovered a new recipe that calls for malt sugar as the primary sweetener.

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grape sugar
Noun

a simple sugar found naturally in grapes and other fruits

The chef used grape sugar to caramelize the top of the crème brûlée.

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fruit sugar
Noun

a type of sugar that is naturally present in fruits and is known as fructose

He prepared a homemade jam using fresh strawberries and fruit sugar.

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caramelized sugar
Noun

the golden-brown and flavorful syrup or coating that is formed by heating sugar until it melts

I tried making caramelized sugar for the first time today.

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as
par
tame
Noun

an artificial sweetener commonly used as a sugar substitute in various food and beverage products

She always carries a packet of aspartame in her purse to use as a sweetener.

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saccharin
19.
sacch
a
rin
Noun

an alternative to sugar which is artificial and used by people who want to lose weight

He decided to use saccharin in his tea instead of sugar to reduce his calorie intake.

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ste
via
Noun

a natural, calorie-free sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant

He carries a small container of stevia in his backpack to sweeten his drinks while on the go.

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suc
ra
lose
Noun

a zero-calorie artificial sweetener used as a sugar substitute in food and beverages

They discovered sucralose as a great alternative to sugar while following their low-carb diet plan.

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sugar alcohol
Noun

a low-calorie sweetener used in sugar-free foods and drinks

She recommends sugar alcohol to her friend who is trying to reduce his sugar intake but still craves something sweet.

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honey
23.
ho
ney
Noun

a sweet, sticky, thick liquid produced by bees that is yellow or brown and we can eat as food

He enjoys a spoonful of honey before bed to help calm his cough and promote a good night's sleep.

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unrefined
24.
un
re
fined
Adjective

not having undergone processing or purification

He prefers using unrefined salt for its natural minerals and flavor.

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de
me
ra
ra
Noun

a type of unrefined cane sugar with large, golden-brown crystals and a subtle molasses flavor

As a finishing touch, the chef dusted the crème brûlée with a layer of demerara, creating a caramelized crust.

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treacle
26.
trea
cle
Noun

a thick, sweet, sticky liquid made from refined sugar, used in cooking

He poured a generous amount of treacle over his warm pancakes

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caramel
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ca
ra
mel
Noun

a soft sweet made with cream, butter, and boiled sugar

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