Cups to Grams Converter — Convert Cups to g by Ingredient (2026)

Cups to Grams for All Ingredients

Every ingredient has a unique density, so the weight in grams for one cup varies widely. Use this full reference table to look up common values at a glance. Click any row to select that ingredient in the converter above.

Ingredient	1 cup	½ cup	¼ cup
All-purpose flour	125g	62.5g	31.25g
Bread flour	130g	65g	32.5g
Whole wheat flour	128g	64g	32g
Cake flour	114g	57g	28.5g
Almond flour	96g	48g	24g
Coconut flour	128g	64g	32g
Rye flour	102g	51g	25.5g
Oat flour	92g	46g	23g
Granulated sugar	200g	100g	50g
Brown sugar (packed)	220g	110g	55g
Powdered sugar	120g	60g	30g
Honey	340g	170g	85g
Maple syrup	315g	157.5g	78.75g
Corn syrup	328g	164g	82g
Agave nectar	336g	168g	84g
Butter	227g	113.5g	56.75g
Olive oil	216g	108g	54g
Vegetable oil	224g	112g	56g
Coconut oil	218g	109g	54.5g
Whole milk	244g	122g	61g
Heavy cream	238g	119g	59.5g
Sour cream	230g	115g	57.5g
Cream cheese	232g	116g	58g
Grated Parmesan	100g	50g	25g
Greek yogurt	245g	122.5g	61.25g
Rolled oats	90g	45g	22.5g
Rice (uncooked)	185g	92.5g	46.25g
Cornmeal	150g	75g	37.5g
Breadcrumbs	108g	54g	27g
Quinoa (uncooked)	170g	85g	42.5g
Pasta (dry)	100g	50g	25g
Almonds (whole)	143g	71.5g	35.75g
Walnuts (halves)	100g	50g	25g
Peanut butter	258g	129g	64.5g
Chia seeds	160g	80g	40g
Flax seeds	150g	75g	37.5g
Sunflower seeds	140g	70g	35g
Cocoa powder	86g	43g	21.5g
Cornstarch	128g	64g	32g
Baking powder	220g	110g	55g
Salt (table)	288g	144g	72g
Water	237g	118.5g	59.25g

Why Measuring Ingredients by Weight Is More Accurate

A cup is a unit of volume, not weight. It always holds the same physical space (about 237 ml in the US), but different substances fill that space with wildly different amounts of mass. This is density, and it explains why a cup of honey (340 g) weighs nearly four times more than a cup of cocoa powder (86 g).

The Spoon-and-Level Method

For the most consistent cup measurements, use the spoon-and-level method for dry ingredients: spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup until overflowing, then level off the top with the straight edge of a knife or spatula. Never scoop directly from the bag or container — this compresses the ingredient and can add 20–30% extra weight, which can significantly affect baking results.

The Case for a Kitchen Scale

Professional bakers and pastry chefs universally measure by weight rather than volume. A $15 digital kitchen scale is one of the best investments you can make for consistent baking results. With weight measurements:

Every batch of cookies, cakes, and bread turns out the same.
You can scale recipes up or down with simple multiplication.
Cleanup is faster — weigh directly into the bowl, zeroing between additions.
Nutrition tracking is far more accurate when you know exact gram weights.

Cups vs Grams: A Real-World Example

A recipe calls for 2 cups of all-purpose flour. If you scoop from the bag, you might get 280–300 g. If you spoon and level, you get the intended 250 g. That is a 20% difference — enough to make your cookies spread too flat or your bread turn out dense. Weighing 200 g every time removes this variability entirely.

Common Cups-to-Grams Conversions at a Glance

1 cup all-purpose flour = 125 g
1 cup granulated sugar = 200 g
1 cup butter = 227 g (2 sticks)
1 cup rolled oats = 90 g
1 cup honey = 340 g
1 cup cocoa powder = 86 g

Handy Cup Volume Equivalents

1 cup = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons = 237 ml
¾ cup = 12 tablespoons = 177 ml
½ cup = 8 tablespoons = 118 ml
⅓ cup = 5 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon = 79 ml
¼ cup = 4 tablespoons = 59 ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams are in 1 cup of flour?

One cup of all-purpose flour weighs about 125 grams. However, this varies by flour type: bread flour is 130 g, whole wheat flour is 128 g, cake flour is 114 g, and almond flour is just 96 g. The difference comes down to density and particle size. Always select the specific flour in this converter for the most accurate result.

How many grams is 1 cup of sugar?

One cup of granulated (white) sugar weighs 200 grams. Brown sugar packed firmly comes in at about 220 g per cup, while powdered (confectioners') sugar is lighter at 120 g per cup. Liquid sweeteners like honey are much heavier: 1 cup of honey is approximately 340 g.

Why do cups and grams convert differently for each ingredient?

A cup is a measure of volume, not weight. Different ingredients have different densities, meaning the same volume holds different amounts of mass. A cup of honey (340 g) is far heavier than a cup of cocoa powder (86 g) even though they occupy the same physical space. That is why you need to specify the ingredient for an accurate cups-to-grams conversion.

How do I measure cups accurately for baking?

For dry ingredients like flour, use the spoon-and-level method: spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup and level off the top with a straight edge. Never scoop directly from the bag - this compresses the ingredient and can add 20-30% extra weight. For liquid ingredients, use a liquid measuring cup placed on a flat surface and read at eye level.

Is it better to measure ingredients in cups or grams?

Grams (weight measurement) is significantly more accurate for baking. Using a digital kitchen scale eliminates the variability of how tightly you pack a cup, how you level it off, and whether you are using the right cup size. Professional bakers and pastry chefs always weigh ingredients. For casual cooking, cups are perfectly fine; for precise baking, always use grams.

Is this cups to grams converter free?

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