White sugar

White sugar is a sweet, refined crystal extracted primarily from sugarcane or sugar beets. It comes in the form of small white grains and is one of the most widely used sweeteners in cooking and baking worldwide.

Its origin dates back to refining processes where impurities and molasses are removed, resulting in a pure product with a neutral flavor. White sugar is essential in the preparation of desserts, sauces, beverages, and various culinary creations due to its ability to sweeten, create textures, and aid in food preservation.

Among its properties, its high sucrose content stands out, providing quick energy, although it lacks essential nutrients like vitamins or minerals. In the kitchen, it is valued for its solubility, stability, and ability to caramelize, imparting characteristic flavor and color.

In different Latin American countries, white sugar may have various common names or synonyms, including: powdered sugar (when it is finely ground), although this is a different type; it is also simply called sugar, or in some places, it is distinguished from brown sugar or refined sugar.