Granulated sugar: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Granulated sugar is the most common sweetener in cooking and baking, essential for its ability to add sweetness, promote browning, and create texture in baked goods.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 0.3 | 50 |
| 0.5 | 100 |
| 0.8 | 150 |
| 1.0 | 200 |
| 1.5 | 300 |
| 2.0 | 400 |
| 2.5 | 500 |
| 3.0 | 600 |
| 3.5 | 700 |
| 4.0 | 800 |
| 4.5 | 900 |
Ideal for cakes, cookies, and sweetening beverages. Its crystalline structure helps incorporate air into batters.
FAQ
- Can I substitute brown sugar for granulated sugar?
- Yes, you can substitute it one-for-one, but expect a moister texture and a slight caramel flavor due to the molasses in brown sugar.