Corn syrup (Light): How Many Grams in a Cup?
Corn syrup is an 'invert sugar' crucial for preventing crystallization in candies and frostings. It is clear and incredibly viscous. A dosing error here affects chemistry, not just taste: too little syrup, and your caramel may grain and seize. The scale is your tool for chemical precision.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 0.3 | 85 |
| 0.5 | 170 |
| 0.8 | 256 |
| 1.0 | 341 |
| 1.5 | 511 |
| 2.0 | 682 |
FAQ
- Can I substitute Honey for Corn Syrup?
- In baking, yes. In candy making, NO. Honey contains particulates that can trigger crystallization, whereas corn syrup is designed to prevent it.