Brown Sugar Granules 5mm Hong Tang for Steamed Buns Easy Dissolving Baking Ingredient 20kg Bulk

Brown Sugar Granules, known in Chinese as Hong Tang (红糖), are small 5mm uniform sugar granules made by traditional slow boiling and hand-crafted concentration. This is a culinary baking ingredient rather than a botanical herb, so no Latin botanical name applies. In Chinese food tradition, brown sugar is valued for its warm, sweet character and is commonly used in steamed buns, desserts, and warming drinks. Store sealed in a cool dry place and use as a food ingredient.

Key Selling Points

• Uniform 5mm granules that dissolve quickly in doughs and batters
• Made by traditional slow-boiled hand-crafted concentration
• Produced in Yunnan, a region known for sugarcane brown sugar
• 20kg bulk pack suited for commercial bakeries and food service
• Versatile sweetener for steamed buns, baking, and warm drinks

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep amber to dark brown in color with a moist, free-flowing granular texture. The aroma is typically rich and caramel-like, and it melts into doughs and liquids with a warm, mellow sweetness and subtle molasses depth.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Sweetening steamed bun and mantou dough
• Baking cakes, cookies, and breads
• Stirring into warm water or tea as a traditional sweet drink
• Adding to congee, desserts, and glazes

Traditional Uses

In Chinese food tradition, brown sugar has long been used in home kitchens and pastry shops for steamed buns, tangyuan, and sweet soups. It is traditionally associated with warming foods, especially in colder months, and is often paired with ginger in classic warming drinks or with red beans and glutinous rice in festive desserts.

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