Cups to Grams Converter

This Cups to Grams Converter helps you accurately convert volume measurements (cups) into mass measurements (grams) for various common cooking and baking ingredients. Simply enter the number of cups and select an ingredient from the dropdown menu in the calculator. Then click “Convert” — or let the tool do it automatically — to get precise results. You can also do the reverse using our Grams to Cups Converter.

Converting cups to grams depends on the density of each ingredient, as different substances weigh differently by volume.

Cups to Grams Formula:

To convert cups into grams, use this formula:

grams = cups × 236.588 × ingredient density (in g/ml or g/cm³)

Let’s understand this with a quick example:

Suppose a recipe calls for 1 cup of all-purpose flour. The average density of all-purpose flour is around 125 grams per cup.

Using the formula:

Mass (grams) = Volume (cups) × Density (grams/cup)

Mass (grams) = 1 cup × 125 grams/cup

Result: 125 grams

So, 1 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 125 grams.

Cups to Grams Conversion Table:

Here's a helpful table that shows how different cup measurements translate to grams for various ingredients:

Note: These values are approximate and may vary based on how tightly the ingredient is packed and its natural density.

FAQs:

Q: What is 1 cup in grams?

1 cup in grams varies by ingredient, since grams measure weight and cups measure volume.

Note: 1 cup to grams depends on the ingredient’s density.

Q: What is 2 cups in grams?

To convert 2 cups to grams, just multiply the 1-cup weight by 2. Here's a quick table for reference: