Why does it get gluey?

Over-mixing releases starch; use ricer/masher and avoid high-speed blending.

Mashed potato: How Many Grams in a Cup?

By Fidamen-Chefsolver Team | Reviewed by Ugo Candido | Updated July 14, 2026

Mashed potato; cooked potatoes blended smooth with starch intact.

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US cup = 236.588 mL
1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
1 tsp = 4.929 mL

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Based on the measured density of Mashed potato (0.88 g/mL). Values rounded; real weight varies by brand, packing and temperature. Full sources in the tool on ChefSolver.

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Mashed potato — cups to grams
Cups	g
1/8 cup	26
1/4 cup	52
1/3 cup	69
1/2 cup	104
2/3 cup	139
3/4 cup	156
1 cup	208
1 1/2 cups	312
2 cups	416

Weigh for casseroles or piping; adjust milk/butter by weight to hit desired texture.

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Why does it get gluey?: Over-mixing releases starch; use ricer/masher and avoid high-speed blending.

Mashed potato: How Many Grams in a Cup?

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