Grams to Cups - Grams Converter

Grams to Cups Converter

Accurate Baking & Cooking Chart

Grams to cups conversions simplify baking and cooking by bridging metric weights and US volume measures. This guide features a free, precise Grams to Cups Converter tool for instant results across common ingredients.

Why Grams to Cups Matters

Baking requires precision since volume measures like cups vary by ingredient density—flour packs differently than sugar. Weight in grams ensures consistency, especially for international recipes switching between US cups (236ml) and metric systems. Home bakers save time and reduce errors with a reliable converter matching real kitchen densities.

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How Our Grams to Cups Converter Works

Enter grams and select the ingredient—flour, sugar, butter—for exact cup equivalents. The tool uses verified densities: divide grams by (237 × density) for cups, accounting for sifted vs. packed states. Test it: 125g all-purpose flour yields about 1 cup when spooned lightly.

Grams to Cups Conversion

Grams to Cups Converter

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Values are approximate based on typical ingredient densities.

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1 cup ≈ 120 grams

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Essential Grams to Cups Charts

Use these tables for quick reference. Values reflect standard US cups and common densities.

Flour Conversions (All-Purpose, Spooned)

Grams	Cups
100g	0.8 cup
125g	1 cup
250g	2 cups
500g	4 cups

Sugar Conversions (Granulated)

Grams	Cups
50g	0.25 cup
100g	0.5 cup
200g	1 cup
400g	2 cups

Butter Conversions

Grams	Cups
113g	0.5 cup
227g	1 cup
454g	2 cups

Pro tip: Sift flour first for lighter volumes; pack brown sugar firmly.

Tips for Perfect Baking Conversions

Weigh ingredients on a digital scale for best results—cups can vary 20-30% by packing method. Aerate dry goods before measuring to match converter outputs. For liquids like milk, 237g equals 1 cup exactly.

FAQ’s

How many grams in 1 cup of flour?

Typically 120-125g for all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled—never scooped directly from the bag.

How many grams in a cup of sugar?

Granulated white sugar weighs 200g per cup; brown sugar is similar when packed.

Is 250g equal to 1 cup of butter?

No, 227g (1 cup or 2 sticks) is standard; soften before measuring for accuracy.

How to convert grams to cups without a scale?

Use our free converter tool above or these charts—adjust for ingredient type as densities differ.

Does flour type affect grams to cups?

Yes, cake flour (100-110g/cup) is lighter than bread flour (130g/cup).