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DECORATING SUGAR [1 record]

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Record 1 2010-02-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sugar Industry
DEF

A large crystal sugar used as an edible decoration that will not dissolve when subjected to heat.

CONT

Also called pearl sugar or decorating sugar, sanding sugar adds "sparkle" to cookies, baked goods and candies. The sparkling effect is achieved because the sugar crystal grains are large and reflect light.

OBS

Used mainly in the baking and confectionery industries to sprinkle on top of baked goods.

Key term(s)
  • sand sugar

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sucrerie (Industrie de l'alimentation)
OBS

Utilisé surtout dans les industries boulangères et de confiserie afin de le saupoudrer sur les aliments préparés.

Spanish

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