Cups to Grams — The Complete Conversion Guide for Bakers
If you have ever followed an American recipe and wondered why your baked goods don't turn out quite right, inaccurate cup measurements are likely the culprit. Cups are a volume measurement, not a weight measurement — which means a cup of flour can vary by up to 30% depending on how it is scooped.
Why Weight Measurements Matter
Professional bakers almost universally use weight measurements rather than cups. A kitchen scale eliminates guesswork entirely and produces consistent results every time. If you don't own one yet, check out our recommended kitchen scales in our Kitchen Essentials section.
Common Ingredient Conversions
| Ingredient | 1 Cup in Grams |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 125g |
| Bread flour | 120g |
| Cake flour | 100g |
| Almond flour | 96g |
| Granulated sugar | 200g |
| Brown sugar (packed) | 220g |
| Powdered sugar | 120g |
| Butter | 227g |
| Honey | 340g |
| Cocoa powder | 85g |
| Rolled oats | 90g |
| Whole milk | 244g |
How to Convert Cups to Grams
The easiest way is to use our free ingredient converter. Simply select your ingredient, enter the amount, and get an instant accurate conversion.
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