Pearl sugar, also known as nib sugar or hail sugar, is used extensively in Northern Europe and Scandinavia in particular for its unique qualities; highly resistant to heat and moisture, pearl sugar will maintain its shape and crunch after baking, even when mixed into batter or dough. Perfect mixed into cookies or waffles, or as a topping for rolls, cakes, or sweet breads, pearl sugar provides excellent texture and sweetness for a variety of baked goods.