Powdered Sugar
Gram to US Cup
Powdered Sugar — Quick Reference
Common gram to us cup conversions
| Gram | US Cup |
|---|---|
| 25g | 0cup |
| 50g | 0cup |
| 100g | 1cup |
| 150g | 1cup |
| 200g | 2cup |
| 250g | 2cup |
| 300g | 3cup |
| 500g | 5cup |
Based on powdered sugar density of 0.45 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Powdered Sugar Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 gram of powdered sugar to us cup, we divide by the density (0.45 g/ml). First, 1g ÷ 0.45 g/ml = 2.2ml. Then, dividing by the us cup volume (236.59ml): 2.2ml ÷ 236.59ml = 0 us cup.
Measurement Tip
Powdered Sugar should be sifted before measuring for the most accurate results. Sifted powdered sugar has a lower density than unsifted, so recipes may specify one or the other.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.45 g/ml for powdered sugar is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 169656). This measurement was taken with powdered sugar spooned into the measuring cup and leveled. Different measurement methods affect the density: sifted (0.42 g/ml), packed (0.6 g/ml).