Corn syrup (Light): mL to Grams Conversion
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
| mL | g |
|---|---|
| 10 | 14 |
| 25 | 36 |
| 50 | 72 |
| 75 | 108 |
| 100 | 144 |
How this conversion works
Milliliters measure volume while grams measure weight. Because Corn syrup (Light) has a density of 1.441 g/mL, 10 mL weighs 14 g — not 10 g as it would for water. This converter uses the real density of Corn syrup (Light) so every measurement is accurate.
Measurement notes
Values are rounded to the nearest whole gram. Actual weight can vary slightly with compaction, temperature, and brand. For precision baking, a kitchen scale is always more reliable than volume measurements.
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.