Almond Flour
Metric Cup to Gram
US Cup (236ml)
94.6g
Metric Cup (250ml)
100.0g
A US cup (236.59ml) of almond flour weighs 95g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 100g. That's a 5.7% difference - make sure you know which cup size your recipe uses!
Almond Flour — Quick Reference
Common metric cup to gram conversions
| Metric Cup | Gram |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 25g |
| ⅓ cup | 33g |
| ½ cup | 50g |
| ⅔ cup | 67g |
| ¾ cup | 75g |
| 1 cup | 100g |
| 1½ cups | 150g |
| 2 cups | 200g |
Based on almond flour density of 0.4 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Almond Flour Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 metric cup of almond flour to gram, we use the density of almond flour (0.4 g/ml). A metric cup contains 250ml, so 1 metric cup equals 250ml. Multiplying by the density: 250ml × 0.4 g/ml = 100g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting almond flour, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of almond flour weighs 95g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 100g—a difference of 5g (6%). If you're following a recipe from a different country, using the wrong cup size could affect your results. American recipes use US cups, while recipes from Australia, UK, and most other countries use metric cups.
Measurement Tip
For accurate almond flour measurements, spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it with a straight edge. Never scoop directly from the bag—this compacts the flour and can give you up to 30% more than intended, which will make your baked goods dense and dry.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.4 g/ml for almond flour is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 170567). This measurement was taken with almond flour spooned into the measuring cup and leveled. Different measurement methods affect the density: packed (0.5 g/ml).