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Sweeteners
Rapadura Or Turbinado Sugar
Rapadura and turbinado sugar are minimally refined cane sugars that retain some molasses, giving them a golden to brown color and a more complex flavor than white sugar. They are used as sweeteners in baking, beverages, and desserts.
Beneficial properties
minimally refined
contains trace minerals
quick source of energy
Nutritional highlights
They consist mostly of sucrose and provide small amounts of minerals such as iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium compared with refined white sugar.