Mass-to-volume conversions depend on the ingredient and how it is measured. Presets use an approximate grams-per-US-cup basis. Edit that value to match your recipe or scale measurement. A different cup or spoon standard scales the volume; it does not change the ingredient density.
How to use Grams to Cups Converter
- Choose the conversion direction and enter the quantity in the unit shown.
- Select the ingredient and measuring standard, or enter the density, yield or substitution convention requested by this tool.
- Select Calculate. Read the result and the assumption printed below it. Reset returns the form to its starting values.
Calculation method
Cups = grams ÷ ingredient grams per selected cup.
Worked example
At 120 g per US cup, 250 g flour is approximately 2.083 US cups. A 250 mL metric cup holds a different volume.
Read the focused guides
- 250 g of Flour: Work Out US and Metric Cup Measures
- Convert a Mixed Ingredient List Without Using One Cup Weight
Related cooking converters
Pounds to Cups Converter, Grams to Tablespoons Converter.
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