{"product_id":"organic-brown-sugar-1kg","title":"Organic Brown Sugar 1kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dpp-desc\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"dpp-hero\"\u003eUnlike commercial brown sugar — which is just white sugar with added molasses — \u003cstrong\u003eDhatu Organic Brown Sugar retains its natural molasses from the first extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unrefined, mineral-rich, and certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Organic Brown Sugar?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two very different products sold as \"brown sugar\". The first — and most common commercially — is refined white sugar with a coating of molasses added back in. It looks brown and has a slight molasses flavour, but nutritionally it is nearly identical to white sugar. The second is genuinely unrefined brown sugar, where the molasses is never removed in the first place — it remains naturally bound to the sugar crystals from the initial sugarcane processing. Dhatu's is the second kind — and it is made from certified organically grown sugarcane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Genuine Brown Sugar is Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally retained molasses\u003c\/strong\u003e — not artificially added back in, but never removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher mineral content\u003c\/strong\u003e — calcium (83mg), potassium (133mg), and iron naturally present from molasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRicher, deeper flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e — true caramel and toffee notes in baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e — no synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or processing chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo caramel colour additives\u003c\/strong\u003e — colour comes only from natural molasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1kg value pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for regular bakers and families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in baking — cookies, cakes, muffins, brownies, and bread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace white sugar in tea and coffee for a richer flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in marinades, BBQ sauces, and glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake caramel sauce, toffee, and fudge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle over porridge, pancakes, and French toast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if brown sugar is genuine or just coloured white sugar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine unrefined brown sugar has irregular crystal sizes, a sticky texture from bound molasses, and a deep, complex flavour that you can taste even in small amounts. Artificial brown sugar (white sugar + added molasses) tends to have uniform crystal size and a simpler flavour. Dhatu's brown sugar is genuine — unrefined from the first press.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it behave differently in baking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — unrefined brown sugar retains more moisture in baked goods due to its molasses content, resulting in chewier cookies, denser cakes, and richer flavour. This is usually desirable and is why professional bakers prefer it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy has my brown sugar hardened?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrown sugar hardens when it loses moisture. To soften, place a damp piece of bread or a slice of apple in the container overnight, or microwave briefly with a cup of water nearby. Store in an airtight container to prevent hardening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for diabetics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic brown sugar has a slightly lower glycaemic index than white sugar, but the difference is modest. It is not a diabetic-specific sweetener. For lower GI options, consider our Coconut Blossom Sugar (GI 35) or Palm Sugar (GI ~41).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dhatu Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678290333854,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5421\/5326\/files\/Brown_sugar.jpg?v=1777707121","url":"https:\/\/www.dhatuorganics.com\/products\/organic-brown-sugar-1kg","provider":"Dhatu Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}