powdered sugar
noun [ U ] US uk/ˌpaʊ.dəd ˈʃʊɡ.ər/ us/ˌpaʊ.dɚd ˈʃʊɡ.ɚ/ (also confectioners' sugar); (UK icing sugar)
（制糖衣用的）糖粉
a soft powder made from sugar that is used to make icing for cakes
The cupcakes were dusted with powdered sugar.
In a large bowl combine the cream cheese and powdered sugar.
See also: brown sugarcaster sugardemerara sugargranulatedpalm sugarsuperfine sugar
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- Sift the powdered sugar into a small bowl.
- Toss the doughnuts in powdered sugar.
- When cool, cover with a mixture of lemon juice and powdered sugar.