Grams to Cups Converter
Grams to cups converter: convert grams of flour, sugar, butter and other ingredients to US cups, tablespoons and ounces.
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Your inputs
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Results
- Tablespoons
- 32
- Ounces
- 8.82
Example with the starting values
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Inputs
- Ingredient
- All-purpose flour
- Weight
- 250 g
Results
- US cups
- 2
- Tablespoons
- 32
- Ounces
- 8.82
How does the Grams to Cups Converter work?
Cups measure volume and grams measure weight, so the conversion depends on how dense the ingredient is. Cups = grams / grams per cup. All-purpose flour is about 125 g per cup, so 250 g is 2 cups, while granulated sugar is 200 g per cup, so 250 g is 1.25 cups.
Figures follow common US baking references and vary by brand and how you scoop. A scale is more accurate than cups for baking.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams are in a cup of flour?
About 125 grams for all-purpose flour, 120 for powdered sugar, though scooped flour can weigh 140 to 150 grams.
How many grams are in a cup of sugar?
About 200 grams of granulated sugar, 213 grams of packed brown sugar and 120 grams of powdered sugar.
Why can't one number convert grams to cups?
A cup of honey is far heavier than a cup of oats. Each ingredient has its own density, so pick yours from the list.
Are US cups and metric cups the same?
No. A US cup is about 237 mL and a metric cup, used in Australia and New Zealand, is 250 mL, so recipes can differ slightly.