How to Use powdered sugar in a Sentence

powdered sugar

noun
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  • Slide the matzah brei on to a plate, sprinkle with powdered sugar.
    — Joan Elovitz Kazan, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2023
  • To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk.
    — Emanuella Grinberg, CNN, 20 Feb. 2023
  • The key to making the white stripes and stars on top of her moist brownie cake is to roll some of the fruit in powdered sugar.
    — People Staff, Peoplemag, 20 June 2023
  • Do not dust the bars with powdered sugar until ready to serve.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 13 July 2023
  • If the glaze is too thin, add a little more powdered sugar to thicken it up.
    — Mandi Wright, Detroit Free Press, 19 July 2024
  • The verdict: The more powdered sugar, the better tasting these desserts are.
    — Moyo Adeolu, Axios, 13 Aug. 2024
  • Sift 3 cups of powdered sugar into a medium-sized mixing bowl and set it next to the rack and a sheet pan. 7) Cut the dough and heat the oil.
    — Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2023
  • Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a small dusting of powdered sugar on top.
    — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 6 Mar. 2023
  • Put the mixer on low and add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until combined.
    — Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 20 Apr. 2023
  • Beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar and 3 tablespoons of the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Apr. 2023
  • This sweet treat is made with lemon juice, powdered sugar, and all-purpose flour.
    — Brittany Natale, Redbook, 10 May 2023
  • The whole thing is dusted with powdered sugar and topped with pancake syrup.
    — Elise Fisher, Sacramento Bee, 12 July 2024
  • Whip the remaining 1 cup cream with the powdered sugar.
    — Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 3 May 2024
  • Once it's done, dust your creation with powdered sugar, and voila!
    — Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2024
  • Add sugar and water: Combine the powdered sugar with a bit of water in the bottom of the cup.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2024
  • If desired, sift powdered sugar over the pancakes and serve with warm maple syrup on the side for dipping.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Beat in powdered sugar on low speed, 1 cup at a time, until frosting is light and fluffy.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2024
  • Garnish with a sprinkle or two of powdered sugar and more mint.
    — Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 5 May 2023
  • Add designs with our free stencils and a shake of powdered sugar.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Just add some honey and powdered sugar and your sweet treat is complete.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Top with pebble ice and garnish with basil sprig and a dusting of powdered sugar.
    — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 6 Mar. 2023
  • To this is added two tablespoons — not a typo — of powdered sugar and a dash of club soda.
    — Frederick N. Rasmussen, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2024
  • For us, the star of the trio was the French Toast, made with cinnamon sugar and topped with maple icing, nut-free granola, and powdered sugar.
    — Shauna Stuart | [email protected], al, 17 July 2023
  • Add small bowls of fresh blueberries and a dish of blueberry syrup, and sprinkle the board in powdered sugar.
    — Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2023
  • Toss berries with powdered sugar in a bowl; freeze until needed.
    — America's Test Kitchen, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2023
  • This classic recipe needs no adornment, but a dusting of powdered sugar and a few berries can dress it up for Easter.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2024
  • Transfer all the cookies with cutout centers to a baking sheet; dust with powdered sugar.
    — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Add the butter, sugar, and powdered sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
    — Molly Bolton, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2024
  • Start simple with an easy powdered sugar glaze, or learn how to make the best-ever buttercream.
    — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2023
  • Our testers found this creatine to be very powdery in texture, almost like powdered sugar.
    — Staff Author, Health, 6 Aug. 2024

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