Almond Flour: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Almond flour is a luxury ingredient demanding absolute precision, especially in macarons. Being oil-rich, it tends to clump and pack down. A 'packed' cup can weigh 120g, while a 'sifted' cup only 90g. This 30% variance is the leading cause of failed macarons and greasy cakes. The scale is non-negotiable here.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 0.3 | 27 |
| 0.5 | 53 |
| 0.8 | 80 |
| 1.0 | 106 |
| 1.5 | 160 |
| 2.0 | 213 |
FAQ
- Almond Flour vs. Almond Meal: Are they the same?
- No. Almond Flour is made from blanched (skinned) almonds and is fine and white. Almond Meal includes the skins and is coarser/darker. Flour is structurally better for delicate cakes; Meal is fine for rustic breads.