Did you know you can make powdered coconut sugar at home with just two simple ingredients? And it is far healthier than using refined powdered sugar. If you already use coconut sugar in your from-scratch baking, this is an easy way to turn it into a fine, powdery sweetener that can be used in place of traditional powdered sugar in many recipes.

This powdered coconut sugar recipe is made by blending coconut sugar with a small amount of arrowroot powder until it reaches a fine, powdery consistency. It has the same rich, caramel-like flavor as coconut sugar and works especially well in homemade frostings, glazes, and other naturally sweetened treats.

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powdered coconut sugar in a small white bowl being spooned out by a gold spoon

What Is Powdered Coconut Sugar?

Powdered coconut sugar is simply granulated coconut sugar that has been ground into a very fine powder form. A little starch is added to help prevent clumping and create a texture more similar to traditional powdered sugar, also known as icing sugar or confectioners’ sugar.

Coconut sugar is a natural sweetener made from coconut sap, or the sweet nectar of the coconut palm. The sap is collected from the flower buds of the coconut tree and heated until much of the moisture evaporates and sugar crystals form.

Unlike white sugar, coconut sugar has a deep brown color and a rich flavor similar to brown sugar with notes of caramel. This complex sweetness is one of the reasons I love using it in from-scratch recipes.

Powdered Coconut Sugar Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup coconut sugar
1 tablespoon arrowroot flour

Instructions

1. Add the Ingredients

Add the coconut sugar and arrowroot powder (or corn starch) to a high-speed blender or coffee grinder.

coconut sugar and arrowroot flour in a vitamix container

2. Blend until Powdered

Blend for about 30–60 seconds, or until the coconut sugar has transformed from granules into a very fine powder. You may want to start at low speed before increasing the speed.

Rub a little between your fingers. It should have a soft, powdery consistency rather than feeling like granulated sugar. If it’s still gritty, blend again until fine. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Just 2 ingredients: This homemade confectioners coconut sugar is made with only coconut sugar and arrowroot powder.
Quick and easy: It takes just a couple of minutes to turn granulated coconut sugar into a fine, powdery consistency that’s similar to traditional powdered sugar.
Perfect for small batches: You can make as much or as little as you need, so there’s no need to keep another type of sugar in your pantry.
Naturally occurring trace minerals: Coconut sugar contains small amounts of trace minerals that come from coconut palm sap, although the amounts are generally too small to make coconut sugar a significant source of these nutrients.
Lower glycemic index: Coconut sugar is often reported to have a lower glycemic index than regular sugar. However it is still an added sugar and can raise blood glucose levels.
Rich caramel flavor: Unlike white sugar, coconut sugar has a deeper, caramel-like flavor and complex sweetness that works especially well in homemade frostings, glazes, and baked goods.

How to Use Confectioners Coconut Sugar

You can use homemade confectioners coconut sugar in many of the same ways you would use regular powdered sugar. It’s a versatile ingredient for homemade frostings, glazes, cakes, and desserts.

Try it in a simple glaze with a little milk and vanilla extract, or use it to make frosting with butter, coconut cream, or heavy cream. It can also be dusted over sugar cookies and other baked goods.

Keep in mind that coconut sugar is naturally brown and has a stronger flavor than powdered cane sugar. If you’re using it in place of powdered cane sugar, your finished recipe will be darker and have a more pronounced caramel flavor.

powdered coconut sugar in a white bowl next to a gold spoon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make powdered coconut sugar without arrowroot?

Yes. You can grind coconut sugar by itself into a fine powder. However, adding arrowroot helps absorb moisture and prevent clumping, giving it a consistency more similar to traditional confectioners’ sugar. You can also sub corn starch for the arrowroot

Can I use a food processor?

Yes, although a high-speed blender or coffee grinder usually creates a finer texture. If you’re using a food processor, process the sugar until it’s as fine and powdery as possible.

Does powdered coconut sugar taste like regular powdered sugar?

Not exactly. Traditional powdered sugar has a fairly neutral sweetness, while coconut sugar has a deeper caramel-like flavor. That extra flavor can be delicious in recipes where you want a warmer, richer sweetness.

Can I substitute powdered coconut sugar for regular powdered sugar?

In many recipes, yes, but it won’t always produce an identical result. Coconut sugar is darker and has a more pronounced flavor, so it works best when those differences complement the recipe.

powdered coconut sugar being spooned out of a small white bowl

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Powdered Coconut Sugar Recipe

This homemade powdered coconut sugar is an easy alternative to traditional powdered sugar made with just two simple ingredients. Coconut sugar and arrowroot powder are blended until fine and powdery, creating a rich, caramel-flavored sweetener that's perfect for frostings, glazes, and baked goods.

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Prep Time 5

Course Pantry Staples

Cuisine American