: soft sugar whose crystals are covered by a film of refined dark syrup
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A little bit of brown sugar adds hints of molasses to the dough, while a brush of buttermilk and turbinado sugar creates a crunchy, golden finish.—Terrence Hayes, Southern Living, 19 May 2026 In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.—Shelly Westerhausen Worcel, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026 Add the pistachios, cumin, paprika, chile de arbol, brown sugar, salt and pepper and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.—ABC News, 13 May 2026 The Burnt Butter Toast ($12), which is made on Japanese milk bread with butter and brown sugar and comes topped with vanilla ice cream.—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for brown sugar