National Real Sugar Day

On October 14, we invite you to celebrate the gold standard of sweetness – real sugar!

Why? Because there is nothing like it!

National Real Sugar Day is more than a day to celebrate real sugar and all of the people who make it possible, but it is also a day to learn and experience something new with real sugar.

Follow us on social media @moretosugar and use #NationalRealSugarDay to stay updated on all the exciting happenings!

Real sugar has been a part of our diets for thousands of years, and in addition to sweetness, there is so much to share about the many roles sugar has in food. Sugar is a versatile and irreplaceable functional ingredient in food, and many bakers and chefs agree that there is nothing like it! Without sugar, ice cream wouldn’t be so creamy, crackers wouldn’t be as crispy, and breads wouldn’t be so light and airy. Sugar also balances acidity, adds bulk, and prevents foods from spoiling. With all these valuable functions, it’s hard to swap out sugar for another single ingredient.

Hear From Growers and Producers

Get to know some of the passionate sugar beet and sugar cane growers and dedicated employees of the sugar industry.

Ways to Celebrate National Real Sugar Day

There are countless ways to partake in the National Real Sugar Day celebration, whether it’s baking a sweet treat to share at your workplace or showcasing your personal connection to real sugar, we encourage you to join in on the fun. Download our toolkit below for more information on how to celebrate!

For the Agriculture Industry: 

• • • Share stories about producers who grow real sugar or your connection to the industry using #NationalRealSugarDay
    • Share images of sugar beet or sugar cane harvest by tagging us @moretosugar or posting online and using #NationalRealSugarDay

Fans of Real Sugar:

• • • Bake or cook something with #RealSugar and share your recipes
    • Strike a pose with your favorite sugar-containing food and tag @moretosugar
    • Take a selfie at a store front that uses real sugar in their products

Teachers: 

• • • Download our lesson plan and educate your students about the origins of real sugar and its diverse roles in our diets
    • Check out the recipe included to make a sweet treat with your class and tag us @moretosugar
    • Make crafts using real sugar!