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Confectioners Sugar

Modaks stocks the two powdered and fine sugars every baker reaches for: icing sugar and castor sugar. Both come in 500g packs, ready for home baking, tuck shops, caterers and small bakeries.

Icing sugar and castor sugar for baking in South Africa

Icing sugar, also called powdered sugar or confectioners sugar, is milled to a fine powder that dissolves instantly. It is the base for butter icing, royal icing, glace icing and fondant work, and it is ideal for dusting cakes, biscuits and pastries. Castor sugar is a finer crystal than granulated sugar, so it dissolves quickly into sponge cakes, meringues, mousses and whipped cream.

Order online and we deliver across South Africa, with free delivery on orders over R350. Pair your sugar with our food colouring, essences and cocoa powder to finish a complete bake.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between icing sugar and castor sugar?

Icing sugar is milled to a very fine powder, so it dissolves instantly into icings, glazes and buttercream. Castor sugar has a finer crystal than ordinary granulated sugar, so it dissolves quickly into cake batters, meringues and mousses.

Is icing sugar the same as powdered sugar or confectioners sugar?

Yes. In South Africa, icing sugar is also sold as powdered sugar or confectioners sugar. They all describe sugar ground to a fine powder.

Can I use castor sugar instead of icing sugar?

Not for icing. Castor sugar will leave a gritty texture in frosting and glaze. Use icing sugar where a smooth finish matters, and castor sugar for batters and meringues.

Do you deliver icing sugar and castor sugar across South Africa?

Yes. Modaks delivers across South Africa, with free delivery on orders over R350.