Mexican piloncillo is an unrefined sugar that is brown but is not the same as typical brown sugar. It has a rich flavor similar to molasses.

Piloncillo is an unrefined sugar that has flavors ranging from slightly burnt caramel to rum notes. It often has a hint of smokiness, too. In Mexico, the sweetener is always referred to as piloncillo, but in other parts of the world, such as Central and Latin America, the chocolaty brown sugar is called chancaca, rapadura, or panela.

Discover the ultimate guide to Mexican piloncillo, its rich history,unique flavor, and versatile uses in traditional recipes.

Piloncillo is a conical-shaped sugar “cube” beloved throughout Mexico and greater Latin America for its smokey, caramelly, and deep dark flavor.

Piloncillo is an unrefined Mexican sweetener with deep caramel, coffee, and smoky notes. Learn how to grate it, make syrup, find substitutes, plus authentic recipes.

Panela (also known as piloncillo or rapadura) a flavorful and ancient sweetener, great for drinks, desserts, marinades & more!

Piloncillo is a unique and complex sweetener that brings an earthy flavor to many traditional Mexican dishes.

Piloncillo is a rustic, unrefined sugar that's as rich in flavor as it is in Mexican tradition. In this post, we'll explore the history, uses, and production of this staple, which has been sweetening Mexican cuisine for centuries.