powdered sugar

noun

US
: sugar that has been ground into a fine powder

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Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until powdered sugar is incorporated. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026 Whisk in remaining powdered sugar. Faye Levy, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026 Sprinkle with powdered sugar and enjoy. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026 The crackled effect on these soft cookies looks impressive, but is simply the result of rolling the dough in powdered sugar before baking. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for powdered sugar

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