Self-Rising Flour
Metric Cup to US Cup
Self-Rising Flour — Quick Reference
Common metric cup to us cup conversions
| Metric Cup | US Cup |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 0cup |
| ⅓ cup | 0cup |
| ½ cup | 1cup |
| ⅔ cup | 1cup |
| ¾ cup | 1cup |
| 1 cup | 1cup |
| 1½ cups | 2cup |
| 2 cups | 2cup |
Based on self-rising flour density of 0.52 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Self-Rising Flour Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
Converting 1 metric cup to us cup is a direct volume conversion. One metric cup equals 250ml, and one us cup equals 236.59ml. So 1 metric cup (250ml) equals 1.1 us cup.
Measurement Tip
For accurate self-rising 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 0.52 g/ml for self-rising flour is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 169761). This measurement was taken with self-rising flour spooned into the measuring cup and leveled. Different measurement methods affect the density: sifted (0.44 g/ml), packed (0.6 g/ml).