Grams to Cups Calculator

Convert grams to cups for any baking ingredient. Select your ingredient for accurate density-based results.

Convert Grams to Cups

💡 Select an ingredient and enter the gram amount.

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Why Weight Matters in Baking

When a recipe calls for 1 cup of flour, the actual weight can vary dramatically depending on how you fill the cup. Scooping directly from the bag can give you 150–160 g, while spooning and leveling gives the standard 125 g. That 25–35 g difference can mean the difference between a light, fluffy cake and a dense, dry brick.

This grams-to-cups calculator uses ingredient-specific density data for 48 common baking and cooking ingredients — including all types of flour, sugars, fats, dairy, grains, nuts, and liquid sweeteners. Each ingredient has its own grams-per-cup value based on the standard US cup (240 mL) and industry-accepted density measurements.

Whether you're scaling down a recipe, converting a metric recipe to US cups, or just double-checking your mise en place, this tool gives you the precise cup equivalent for any gram measurement — including a fraction display for easy measuring.

Worked Examples

All-Purpose Flour

125g

= 1 cup

125 g/cup density

White Sugar

200g

= 1 cup

200 g/cup density

Butter

227g

= 1 cup (2 sticks)

227 g/cup density

Honey

240g

≈ 0.71 cups

336 g/cup density

Popular Ingredient Density Reference

Values based on US cup (240 mL), spooned and leveled standard.

Ingredient g / cup g / tbsp g / tsp
All-Purpose Flour 125 7.8 2.6
Bread Flour 130 8.1 2.7
Whole Wheat Flour 120 7.5 2.5
White Sugar 200 12.5 4.2
Brown Sugar (packed) 213 13.3 4.4
Powdered Sugar 120 7.5 2.5
Butter 227 14.2 4.7
Honey 336 21.0 7.0
Milk (whole) 244 15.3 5.1
Cocoa Powder 85 5.3 1.8
Rolled Oats 90 5.6 1.9
Almond Flour 96 6.0 2.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cups measure volume, not weight. One cup of all-purpose flour weighs 125 g, while one cup of white sugar weighs 200 g, and one cup of honey weighs 336 g. A standard conversion table assumes a single density for all ingredients, which produces incorrect results. A grams-to-cups calculator uses the actual density of each ingredient, giving you an accurate measurement every time.
1 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 125 grams when spooned into the measuring cup and leveled off. If you scoop the flour directly with the cup (packing it in), it can weigh 150–160 g or more. Most professional recipes and this calculator use the spooned-and-leveled standard of 125 g per cup.
1 cup of white (granulated) sugar is 200 grams. Brown sugar that is packed firmly into the cup is approximately 213 grams per cup. Powdered (confectioners') sugar that is sifted is around 120 grams per cup. Always use the specific sugar type listed in your recipe for accurate results.
The US customary cup is defined as 240 mL (8 US fluid ounces). However, an Australian cup is 250 mL, a Canadian cup is 227 mL, and a Japanese cup is 200 mL. This calculator uses the US standard of 240 mL. If your recipe uses a metric or non-US cup, you will need to adjust your measurements accordingly.
For the most accurate results when measuring flour in cups: (1) Fluff the flour in its bag or container with a spoon. (2) Spoon the flour lightly into your measuring cup without packing it. (3) Level off the top with a straight edge. This spoon-and-level method gives approximately 125 g per cup for all-purpose flour. Scooping directly from the bag can add 20–30% more flour, resulting in dense, dry baked goods.
1 cup of butter is 227 grams, or 2 standard US sticks of butter. Half a cup of butter is 113.5 g (1 stick), and a quarter cup is approximately 56.75 g (half a stick). Butter is usually measured by weight in professional baking for the highest accuracy.
Yes. This calculator includes dairy liquids such as whole milk (244 g/cup), heavy cream (238 g/cup), and water (237 g/cup). While liquids are typically measured by volume in everyday cooking, weight measurements are more precise for professional baking. Select the specific liquid from the ingredient dropdown for accurate results.
Volume measurements (cups, tablespoons, teaspoons) measure the space an ingredient occupies, while weight measurements (grams, ounces) measure the actual mass. Volume is convenient for home cooks but can be inconsistent because the density of ingredients varies — flour can be airy or compacted, and different people pack their measuring cups differently. Weight measurements are more accurate and reproducible, which is why professional bakers and most European recipes use grams exclusively.