SUGAR TO HONEY CONVERSION CHART 
When substituting sugar for honey in baking, follow these simple rules. Lower oven temperature to prevent over-browning. Reduce liquid (milk, water, etc.) and add leavening, if required.

1/4 cup sugar = 3 tbsp. honey:

Reduce oven temperature by 25°F.

1/3 cup sugar = 3 tbsp. + 1 tsp. honey:

Reduce oven temperature by 25°F.

1/2 cup sugar = 1/3 cup honey:

Add 1/4 tsp. baking soda; reduce potential liquid by 1 tbsp.; reduce oven temperature by 25°F.

1 cup sugar = 3/4 cup honey:

Add 1/2 tsp. baking soda; reduce potential liquid by 2 tbsp.; reduce oven temperature by 25°F.

2 cups sugar = 1 cup + 6 tbsp. honey:

Add 1 tsp. baking soda; reduce potential liquid by 1/4 cup; reduce oven temperature by 25°F.

 

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