powdered sugar

noun

US
: sugar that has been ground into a fine powder

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Gradually beat in powdered sugar on medium-low speed until combined and no lumps remain, about 1 minute. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2025 When cool, toss cookies again in the powdered sugar, adding more if needed. Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025 Note, cookies that are stored in containers (and those in humid environments) may absorb some of the powdered sugar. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025 The powdered sugar on top and custom branding on the to-go box gave it another touch of class. Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for powdered sugar

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“Powdered sugar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/powdered%20sugar. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.

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