Yeast, instant: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Instant yeast; fine granules you can mix directly into dry ingredients.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 13 |
| 1/4 cup | 27 |
| 1/3 cup | 35 |
| 1/2 cup | 53 |
| 2/3 cup | 71 |
| 3/4 cup | 80 |
| 1 cup | 106 |
| 1 1/2 cups | 160 |
| 2 cups | 213 |
Stir into flour; use about 25% less by weight than active dry.
FAQ
- Does sifting Yeast, instant change the cup weight?
- Yes — sifted Yeast, instant is lighter per cup because of added air. The table uses unsifted values; reduce by 15–20 % for sifted recipes.
- Should I scoop or spoon-and-level Yeast, instant?
- Spoon-and-level for accuracy. Scooping directly from the bag compacts the powder and adds 20–30 g per cup — enough to ruin a tight bake.