Ground Black Pepper
Spice·Density: 0.49 g/ml
Also known as: black pepper, pepper, ground pepper
Density Information
0.49 g/ml(spooned method)
Data source
USDA FoodData CentralAll Conversions
Measuring Tips
- Freshly ground pepper is more potent than pre-ground
- Loses flavor quickly once ground — buy in small quantities
Ground Black Pepper — Quick Reference
Common us cup to gram conversions
| US Cup | Gram |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 29g |
| ⅓ cup | 39g |
| ½ cup | 58g |
| ⅔ cup | 77g |
| ¾ cup | 87g |
| 1 cup | 116g |
| 1½ cups | 174g |
| 2 cups | 232g |
Based on ground black pepper density of 0.49 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 US cup of ground black pepper weighs approximately 116 grams. This is based on a density of 0.49 g/ml using the spooned measurement method.
Ground Black Pepper has a density of 0.49 g/ml when measured using the spooned method. This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central.
For best accuracy, always measure ground black pepper by weight (grams) using a kitchen scale. Volume measurements (cups) can vary by 10-30% depending on your measurement technique. This is especially important in baking where precision matters.