Texture issue in homemade powdered sugar
The other day I was making marshmallows and ran into a multitude of problems -- broken candy thermometers, overheated mixers, syrup spill, you name it. I thought I'd escaped the clutches of fate and made decent marshmallows until I realized I ran out of powdered sugar.
Well, darn it. I had a big batch of marshmallows already made and ready for coating.
So I remember hearing you can make your own powdered sugar with granulated sugar and cornstarch. I gave it a try in my food processor and it kind of worked, but was still too coarse.
Is there any way to get around this besides to keep on pulsing and hoping for the best? Does a blender, coffee grinder, or another kitchen contraption work better?
Best Answer
I'm gonna guess you just didn't go long enough. I make my own in the food processor all the time, but I turn it on high, go have a snack and come back in 10 minutes. It certainly does take quite some time.
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What happens when you blend sugar and powdered sugar together?
Pour granulated sugar into a blender or food processor. Blend the sugar until it is a fine, fluffy powdered sugar. The more refined, whiter sugars make the fluffiest powdered sugars. Use powdered sugar immediately or save it for later.Why does confectioners sugar taste different?
Why does my powdered sugar taste chalky? Some people notice the corn starch anti-clumping agent that's been added to the sugar as an anti-caking agent. Some brands have more or less corn starch. If it's noticeable to you, you could add some homemade powdered sugar to balance out the flavor.Can I make powdered sugar without cornstarch?
How to Make Powdered Sugar Without Cornstarch. Simply place your sugar of choice in a food processor, high-powered blender, coffee grinder, or magic bullet. Process it until it's fine and fluffy, which should take about three minutes depending on your device.What is the difference in confectioners sugar and powdered sugar?
New bakers often get confused when they see the words \u201cpowdered sugar\u201d and \u201cconfectioners' sugar\u201d used interchangeably. But this is because confectioners' sugar and powdered sugar are the same thing!How to Make Powdered Sugar | 5 Minute Baking Tip
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Answer 2
Perhaps a better alternative (I never tried it in a food processor myself) is a coffee mill. That's what I use and it goes very quickly. But of course, you can't put in as much sugar as in a food processor, so it would be slower if you need a lot of sugar.
I'm not sure if it's the coffee mill itself that's better or if it's because you don't grind as much at once.
Answer 3
I use a cheap electric coffee grinder. Like Mien said, you can't make as much in one go but it'll be powdered sugar. Depending the coffee grinder, you could repeat it multiple times, but mine (supposedly) overheats after long use. I never tested it out.
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