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Can I use powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar for cookies?
A. It is not recommended to substitute powdered sugar for granulated sugar. Since powdered sugar has a much finer texture, and it contains a small percentage of cornstarch to prevent caking, substituting can give you unexpected results. Q.
Can you use powdered sugar in cookies?
According to Melissa, the powdered sugar in the recipe gives the cookies their distinct, bumpy texture and makes the cookies extra tender and chewy.
What happens if I use powdered sugar instead of regular sugar?
This means, cup for cup, there would be more sugar in a cup of powdered sugar than in a cup of regular sugar. In addition to inconsistent measurements, regular sugar won’t dissolve and mix as well into recipes like frosting and icing. You’ll end up with a grainy, unappealing texture
Can you use powdered sugar to roll out sugar cookies?
I strongly suggest you use powdered sugar instead of flour for rolling out the sugar cookie dough. The powdered sugar works to keep the dough from sticking to your work surface just like flour, but the powdered sugar dissolves into the cookie when baked.