The main difference between the two is that dark brown sugar has a higher content of molasses. (Light brown sugar is about 3.5% molasses and dark brown sugar is nearly double at about 6.5% molasses.) ...

Dark brown sugar is approximately 6.5% molasses by weight, with a subsequent caramel flavor stronger than its light brown counterpart. Dark brown sugar is great for adding deeper flavor and richer ...

Compared to light brown sugar, the darker version is normally used for very specific recipes. Its deep caramel flavor can be very overwhelming when paired with light, airy desserts or subtle flavors.

Dear Heloise: I was making a family recipe, and it called for light brown sugar. I didn't have any, so I used the dark brown I had on hand, and my recipe did not taste as good as it usually does.

You may have heard of light brown sugar and dark brown sugar. Well, they're basically the same thing, except one has more molasses than the other. To make light brown sugar, you need: 1 cup ...

In contrast, brown sugar syrup contains double the amount of brown sugar to water, resulting in a thicker, caramel-flavored liquid that looks and pours like maple syrup.