Can powdered sugar be substituted for granulated sugar in cake recipes?

yes, actually it is sometimes better because it wont have as many lumps, it will make the cake cook alot better.Can powdered sugar be substituted for granulated sugar in cake recipes?
noCan powdered sugar be substituted for granulated sugar in cake recipes?
I have been baking for 30 years and have never ran across a recipe that called for powder sugar, It has different consistency so I only have ever used regular sugar in my cakes.
I don't think so. It is much more dense and finely processed so you have more sugar per cup with powdered than with regular granulated. A Southern Living cookbook I have says not to substitute powdered for granulated.
I have whirred sugar in the food processor with a tad of cornstarch making it as fine as possible, used in a batter is fine, but not in icing!
no


powder contains corn starch.


But you know you can just do it .
yes, but make sure you find the right substitution amounts, you will need more powdered sugar. You need to use 1 3/4 cup powdered for each cup of granulated. You may not get the same consistency in your recipe. Good luck!