Can I convert cups to grams?

Yes! Use the same chart in reverse (e.g., 1 cup sugar = 200g).

Why do 100g of flour and sugar equal different cups?

Sugar is denser. 100g sugar = ~0.5c, while flour = ~0.8c.

Is 250g equal to 1 cup?

Only for liquids like water. For flour, 250g ≈ 2 cups.

How to measure grams without a scale?

Use our conversion charts, but invest in a $10 scale for best results.

Grams to Cups Converter: Precise Baking & Cooking Measurements

Convert between grams and cups for any ingredient with our accurate calculator. Perfect for recipes from around the world.

Grams (g)

Ingredient

Conversion Charts

Dry Ingredients (Grams to Cups)

Ingredient	100g	200g	500g	1000g (1kg)
All-Purpose Flour	1/8 cups	1/4 cups	0.63 cups	1 1/4 cups
Bread Flour	1/8 cups	0.24 cups	0.60 cups	1.20 cups
Cake Flour	0.14 cups	0.28 cups	0.70 cups	1.40 cups
Whole Wheat Flour	1/8 cups	0.23 cups	0.57 cups	1.15 cups
Granulated Sugar	1/8 cups	1/4 cups	0.63 cups	1 1/4 cups
Brown Sugar	0.11 cups	0.22 cups	0.55 cups	1.10 cups
Powdered Sugar	0.19 cups	3/8 cups	0.95 cups	1.90 cups
Cocoa Powder	1/8 cups	0.24 cups	0.60 cups	1.20 cups
Rolled Oats	0.11 cups	0.22 cups	0.55 cups	1.10 cups
Rice (uncooked)	1/8 cups	0.24 cups	0.60 cups	1.20 cups
Cornstarch	1/8 cups	0.26 cups	0.65 cups	1.30 cups
Almond Flour	0.10 cups	0.19 cups	0.47 cups	0.95 cups
Coconut Flour	0.08 cups	1/6 cups	0.40 cups	0.80 cups
Baking Powder	0.19 cups	3/8 cups	0.95 cups	1.90 cups
Baking Soda	0.18 cups	0.36 cups	0.90 cups	1.80 cups
Salt	1/6 cups	1/3 cups	0.85 cups	1.70 cups
Cornmeal	0.15 cups	0.30 cups	3/4 cups	1 1/2 cups
Ground Coffee	0.11 cups	0.22 cups	0.55 cups	1.10 cups
Ground Cinnamon	1/8 cups	0.26 cups	0.65 cups	1.30 cups
Ground Nutmeg	1/8 cups	0.26 cups	0.65 cups	1.30 cups

Wet Ingredients (Grams to Cups)

Ingredient	100g	250g	500g	1000g (1kg)
Water	0.0042 cups cups	0.0105 cups cups	0.0210 cups cups	0.0420 cups cups
Milk	0.0042 cups cups	0.0105 cups cups	0.0210 cups cups	0.0420 cups cups
Heavy Cream	0.0042 cups cups	0.0105 cups cups	0.0210 cups cups	0.0420 cups cups
Yogurt	0.0043 cups cups	0.0107 cups cups	0.0215 cups cups	0.0430 cups cups
Vegetable Oil	0.0045 cups cups	0.0112 cups cups	0.0225 cups cups	0.0450 cups cups
Honey	0.0029 cups cups	0.0072 cups cups	0.0145 cups cups	0.0290 cups cups
Maple Syrup	0.0031 cups cups	0.0077 cups cups	0.0155 cups cups	0.0310 cups cups
Butter	0.0044 cups cups	0.0110 cups cups	0.0220 cups cups	0.0440 cups cups
Sour Cream	0.0043 cups cups	0.0107 cups cups	0.0215 cups cups	0.0430 cups cups
Cream Cheese	0.0044 cups cups	0.0110 cups cups	0.0220 cups cups	0.0440 cups cups
Mayonnaise	0.0044 cups cups	0.0110 cups cups	0.0220 cups cups	0.0440 cups cups
Peanut Butter	0.0035 cups cups	0.0088 cups cups	0.0175 cups cups	0.0350 cups cups
Molasses	0.0031 cups cups	0.0077 cups cups	0.0155 cups cups	0.0310 cups cups
Condensed Milk	0.0034 cups cups	0.0085 cups cups	0.0170 cups cups	0.0340 cups cups
Buttermilk	0.0042 cups cups	0.0105 cups cups	0.0210 cups cups	0.0420 cups cups

Common Recipe Conversions

Measurement	Weight in Grams
1 cup all-purpose flour	125g
1 cup granulated sugar	200g
1 cup brown sugar (packed)	220g
1 cup butter (2 sticks)	227g
1 cup milk	240g
1 cup water	240g
1 cup vegetable oil	224g
1 cup honey	340g
1 cup cocoa powder	85g
1 cup powdered sugar (unsifted)	125g

Understanding Measurement Differences

Weight vs. Volume

Grams measure weight, while cups measure volume. This distinction is crucial because:

The same volume of different ingredients can have vastly different weights
Weight measurements (grams) are more precise and consistent
Volume measurements (cups) can vary based on how ingredients are packed

Example

1 cup of flour weighs about 125g, while 1 cup of sugar weighs about 200g

US vs. Metric Cups

Cup measurements vary across different countries:

Cup Type	Volume
US Standard	236.59 ml
UK/Imperial	284.13 ml
Metric	250 ml

Our converter uses US Standard cups. For other cup sizes, adjust accordingly.

Pro Tips for Accurate Measurements

For Weight (Grams)

Use a digital kitchen scale for best accuracy
Tare (zero) the scale with the empty container before adding ingredients
For small amounts (under 5g), consider a precision scale
Check your scale's calibration periodically
Measure ingredients individually rather than cumulatively for recipes

For Volume (Cups)

Use nested measuring cups designed specifically for dry or liquid ingredients
For flour: fluff, spoon into the cup, then level with a knife
For brown sugar: pack firmly into the cup
For liquids: check at eye level on a flat surface
Don't use drinking cups or mugs as they vary in size

Professional Bakers Prefer Weight

Most professional bakers use weight measurements (grams) instead of volume (cups) because they're more precise and consistent. A kitchen scale is an inexpensive investment that will significantly improve your baking results.

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