Brown Sugar is a food.
Calories per cup packed (220g)
836
kcal% Daily Value
Per cup packed (220g)
213.4g
sugar
A serving of Brown Sugar (220g) contains 836kcal of calories, which is 42% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that brown sugar is a significant source of calories compared to other snacks.
See how Brown Sugar compares to other snacks foods.
per 100g
511
per 100g
135
per 100g
409
per 100g
500
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 168833 | Last updated: 2026-03-30
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