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Our Heritage
Since 1843, Imperial Sugar has been at the heart of family traditions and celebrations across Texas.
At the Heart of Family Traditions
From the beginning, Imperial Sugar has been more than just a product—it’s been the secret ingredient in family-favorite recipes handed down through generations. When you bake with love and Imperial Sugar, that’s when memories are made, creating a lasting legacy in homes across the region.
A Trusted Brand for Generations
Imperial Sugar has been a staple in family kitchens across Texas and the Southeast for generations. Known for its consistent baking performance and the highest quality, Imperial Sugar is the brand that makes Grandma’s recipes just right, preserving family traditions and celebrations.
Humble Beginnings Rooted in Quality
In 1843, along the banks of Oyster Creek in what would later become Sugar Land, Texas, the Williams brothers built a sugar mill, marking the birth of a Texas legacy. This foundation set the stage for what would become Imperial Sugar, a brand deeply rooted in tradition and quality.
The Kempner Family and the Growth of Imperial Sugar
In 1905, under the leadership of Isaac H. Kempner and in partnership with William T. Eldridge, the Kempner family purchased the Imperial Mill and incorporated the Imperial Sugar Company. Over a century later, in 2022, Imperial Sugar became a wholly owned subsidiary of United States Sugar Corporation, continuing its legacy as a trusted name in sugar.
![The original Imperial Sugar offices](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/08/Imperial-Sugar-1.webp)
![The original Imperial Sugar offices](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/08/Imperial-Sugar-1.webp)
![A man and a woman baking in a kitchen](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/08/hannah-busing-5we-PtvuCyE-unsplash.webp)
![Saturday afternoon in front of the company stores and office buildings in Sugar Land. People from nearby farms came into town to shop and visit. The sign on the large refinery building reads “Cunningham Sugar operated by Imperial Sugar”.](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/08/vintage2.jpg)
![The Original Imperial Sugar factories](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/08/Imperial.webp)
15 cal
per teaspoon
100%
Gluten Free
100%
Fat Free
Simple and Sweet
Our Products
The trusted choice for adding a touch of sweetness to your family’s most cherished recipes.
![Imperial Granulated Sugar](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/08/Imperial–Granulated.webp)
Granulated Sugar
Sizes: 10 lb, 4 lb
This is your ever-versatile day-to-day sugar. It’s perfect for sweetening beverages, tart fruits, cereals, waffle batter, sauces and more. It’s also a trusted all-purpose sugar for baking.
![Imperial Light Brown Sugar](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/09/Imperial-Light.webp)
Light Brown Sugar
Sizes: 2 lb
This is basically a milder version of dark brown sugar. It delivers sweetness with a mild caramel flavor, color and aroma. Commonly used for baked sweets, both brown sugars also make a nice glaze for baked hams and turkey.
![Imperial Light Brown Sugar](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/09/Imperial-Dark.webp)
Dark Brown Sugar
Sizes: 2 lb
This popular sugar provides sweetness along with a rich, full-bodied molasses flavor, color and aroma – ideal for baked breads, cookies, pies and more. Brown sugar gives baked foods more moisture and softness than white granulated sugar.
![Imperial Powdered Sugar](https://imperialsugar.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/08/Imperial-Powdered.webp)
Powdered Sugar
Sizes: 2 lb
Also called confectioners’ sugar or icing sugar, this sugar has a small, uniform particle size that creates a smooth texture for all types of cooking and baking – including icings, dustings, candies and decorations. Only 10 calories per teaspoon.
100s of Recipes
Recipes for Making Memories
From crowd-pleasers, to fancy dinner party, to afternoon baking with the kids—we’ve got a recipe for you.
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Helpful Tips
Helpful tricks, tips, and resources for your kitchen.
- All Recipes
- Bars
- Beauty
- Bread-and-rolls
- Breakfast
- Brownies
- Cake
- Cheesecake
- Cookies
- Dish-it-up
- Drinks
- Fun-for-kids
- Heritage
- Muffins
- No-bake
- Pie
- Quick-and-simple
- Savory
- Snacks
- Topping
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White Sangria
Sangria may have originated in Spain, but we have fully taken it over here in the U.S. Wine, sugar, lots of fresh fruit ...
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White Peach Sangria
Need a refreshing summer cocktail? This White Peach Sangria is just what you need. The combination of chilled white wine...
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Whipped Shortbread Cookies
Whipped shortbread cookies may look fancy, but they are incredibly simple to make. This four ingredient recipe for melt-...
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Ultra-Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake
Chef Eddy’s Ultra-Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake is superbly creamy and packed with strawberry flavor. This refreshingly...
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Tuxedo Cheesecake
Three layers of deliciousness combine for one amazing Tuxedo Cheesecake. Fudge cake, chocolate cream cheese, and mascarp...
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Toasted Coconut Cream Pudding
Toasted Coconut Cream Pudding has layers of creamy coconut pudding, vanilla wafers, and toasted coconut to create one am...
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Texas Sheet Cake Cookies
Love a classic Texas Sheet Cake? Then you will love these Texas Sheet Cake Cookies. Thick and fudgy cookies complete wit...
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Sweet Potato Cream Cheese Bundt Cake
Sweet Potato Cream Cheese Bundt Cake is a dessert that looks as good as it tastes, and believe us, it tastes incredible....
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Sweet Corn on the Cob
Juicy fresh corn on the cob gets an extra boost of sweetness when it’s cooked in slightly sweetened water. You ca...
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Sweet and Smoky Barbecue Sauce
There is no need to buy bottled barbecue sauce. Our Sweet n Smoky Barbeque Sauce is so simple to make and uses pantry in...
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Sugar Scrub
Everything you need for this sugar scrub is already in your pantry. Mix sugar with your favorite oil and add a few sce...
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Strawberry Sugar Cookies
Are you a sugar cookie fan? These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are perfectly chewy on the inside and crispy around the edges...