A question about a recipe: Spiced Maple Pecan Pie with Star Anise

hardlikearmour is a trusted home cook.

added over 1 year ago

I think you could use light brown sugar, which in my mind is pretty equivalent to demerera sugar. I probably wouldn't pack it much, or else measure it with a scale and use 3.5 oz.

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added over 1 year ago

I agree with hardlikeearmour -- I'd use a weight equivalent if you're going to substitute brown sugar.

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