Chia Seeds: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Chia seeds are tiny but mighty liquid absorbers (up to 10x their weight). Because they are so small, they pack densely. Inaccurate volume measurement can turn your chia pudding from a delightful cream into a solid brick or a runny soup. Weighing guarantees the perfect gelling ratio.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 19 |
| 1/4 cup | 38 |
| 1/3 cup | 51 |
| 1/2 cup | 77 |
| 2/3 cup | 103 |
| 3/4 cup | 115 |
| 1 cup | 154 |
| 1 1/2 cups | 231 |
| 2 cups | 308 |
FAQ
- Black vs. White Chia Seeds?
- Nutritionally and structurally, they are virtually identical. The choice is purely aesthetic based on the look you want for your dish.