What is confectioners sugar?

Confectioners' sugar, also called powdered sugar or icing sugar, is a finely ground sugar that is often used in baking and confectionery. It is made from granulated sugar that has been ground to a very fine powder, and it usually contains a small amount of cornstarch or other anti-caking agent added to prevent it from clumping. Confectioners' sugar is often used in frostings, glazes, icings, and fillings for cakes, pastries, and other desserts. It can also be used as a dusting powder for cookies, cakes, and other baked goods.

Confectioners' sugar is available in two forms: granulated and superfine. Granulated confectioners' sugar has a slightly coarser texture than superfine confectioners' sugar, and it is often used in recipes that call for a thicker, more grainy texture, such as frostings or icings. Superfine confectioners' sugar is ground to a finer powder than granulated confectioners' sugar, and it is often used in recipes that call for a smooth, velvety texture, such as fillings or glazes.

Confectioners' sugar can be easily made at home by placing granulated sugar in a blender or food processor and processing it until it reaches a fine powder. However, it is important to sift the sugar before using it to remove any clumps. Confectioners' sugar can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.