Superfine sugar (also called baker's sugar or caster sugar) dissolves faster and creates smoother textures in delicate baking, but you can easily make it at home.
This finer sugar is essential for meringues, mousses, and cocktails where regular sugar might leave a gritty texture.
Here's how to make perfect superfine sugar plus when and why to use it in your recipes.
The 2 Best Substitutes
1. Food Processor Method
Easy
(5/5)
Substitution Ratio
1:1 replacement - process regular sugar 30-60 seconds
Texture: Perfect superfine consistency
Flavor: Identical to store-bought
Best for: Meringues, cocktails, delicate cakes
Pros & Cons
Perfect texture
Quick process
Identical results
Need food processor
Can over-process
Creates some dust
Pro Tip
Pulse in short bursts to avoid making powdered sugar.
2. High-Speed Blender Method
Easy
(4/5)
Substitution Ratio
1:1 replacement - blend 15-30 seconds
Texture: Very fine, close to superfine
Flavor: Same as regular sugar
Best for: Cocktails, quick dissolving needs
Pros & Cons
Very fast
Good results
Most people have blenders
Can over-blend quickly
May be uneven
Creates static
Pro Tip
Use high-speed blender like Vitamix. Shorter time than food processor.
Expert Tips
Professional Secrets
- Pulse in short bursts to avoid creating powdered sugar
- Let dust settle before opening processor to avoid sugar cloud