Master Grams per Cup Reference Chart

Comprehensive density and reference weights for common baking and cooking ingredients across US and Metric cups.

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Master Ingredient Density Table

Bulk density values used across thegramstocups.com calculators. Density determines how many grams fit into a volume cup.

IngredientState / PreparationGrams / US Cup (236.6 mL)Grams / Metric Cup (250 mL)Primary Source
All-Purpose FlourSpooned & leveled120g126.8gKing Arthur Baking Company
Granulated SugarGranulated, dry198g209.2gKing Arthur Baking Company
ButterSolid / softened227g239.9gKing Arthur Baking Company
Brown SugarFirmly packed213g225.1gKing Arthur Baking Company
Powdered SugarUnsifted113g119.4gKing Arthur Baking Company
Rolled OatsDry old-fashioned89g94.0gKing Arthur Baking Company
Uncooked RiceDry long grain185g195.5gUSDA FoodData Central
HoneyLiquid (21g/tbsp)336g355.0gKing Arthur Baking Company
Cooking OilDensity 0.915 g/mL216g228.8gUSDA FoodData Central
Whole MilkDensity 1.03 g/mL244g257.5gUSDA FoodData Central

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