Is caster sugar the same as powdered sugar?

Sugar is available in different forms, caster sugar and powdered sugar being among them. There is often confusion whether caster sugar or powdered sugar should be used, which most of us are faced with. With this write-up, we will get to know the difference between caster sugar and powdered sugar. read more

Caster sugar is often chosen as a compromise between regular granulated and powdered sugar in pastry doughs, as well, as it gives some of the functional advantages of powdered sugar (workability) with a little more sweetness to the tongue as with regular sugar. read more

Caster sugar is finely granulated sugar, usually about half the grain size of ordinary granulated sugar. Powdered sugar is very fine sugar and is usually mixed with cornstarch to prevent caking and to ensure smooth flowing. read more