Colored sugar can be used for any number of things, usually as a decoration as opposed to an ingredient. For example, colored sugar makes a unique rim perfect for dressing up a homemade cocktail.

Like brown sugar, it retains moisture well, adds a golden brown color to baked goods and tastes a bit like caramel. And like date sugar, it’s less processed than most kinds of brown sugar.

Sugar cookies are very versatile. You can cook and eat them as is, add royal icing, or just with some sprinkles or colored sugar decorations. Do what you like and use your imagination.

Sprinkle with sugar or color if you are not going to frost them. Bake on an ungreased baking sheet for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on baking sheet 3 minutes before placing on a wire rack to cool ...

Like brown sugar, it retains moisture well, adds a golden brown color to baked goods and tastes a bit like caramel. And like date sugar, it’s less processed than most kinds of brown sugar.