Recipes for Brown Sugar

Safe ways to use brown sugar past its expiration date

Caramelized Brown Sugar Apples

Caramelized Brown Sugar Apples

This recipe repurposes expired brown sugar by caramelizing it with apples. The high heat ensures food safety.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 apples, cored and sliced
  • 1/4 cup expired brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced apples and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  3. Sprinkle the expired brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt over the apples, and stir to combine.
  4. Continue cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and caramelized.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
  6. Serve warm as a delicious dessert or a topping for pancakes or oatmeal.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

This recipe uses expired brown sugar to create a sweet glaze for cooked carrots. The glaze is heated to ensure food safety.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons expired brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the carrots to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. Sprinkle the expired brown sugar over the carrots and stir to coat.
  4. Pour the water into the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are cooked through and the glaze has thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and serve as a flavorful side dish.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Brown Sugar Banana Bread

Brown Sugar Banana Bread

This recipe repurposes slightly expired brown sugar to create a moist and flavorful banana bread.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
45 minutes
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2-3 ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup slightly expired brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
  3. Add the slightly expired brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the baking soda, salt, and all-purpose flour.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the banana bread to cool before slicing and serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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