Piloncillo
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Piloncillo is the name given in Mexico to small blocks of unrefined solid cane sugar. They are often seen in the shape of small truncated cones. (Think candy corn in shape, but larger in size.) In Central America and South America they are called Panela, and may or may not be cone-shaped.
The color of piloncillo ranges from light tan to dark brown. For the longest time piloncollo was considered an inferior sweetener. It was used as a cheaper substitute for refined sugar, especially in dishes and desserts that did not require the clear color of refined sugar.
Despite its inferior reputation, many desserts originating (and still consumed) in Mexico are made to this day using piloncillo, such as atole, sweet potatoes, flan, and more.
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Piloncillo (Spanish) (2006-12-17).
