Semolina
Metric Cup to Gram
US Cup (236ml)
168.0g
Metric Cup (250ml)
177.5g
A US cup (236.59ml) of semolina weighs 168g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 178g. That's a 5.7% difference - make sure you know which cup size your recipe uses!
Semolina — Quick Reference
Common metric cup to gram conversions
| Metric Cup | Gram |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 44g |
| ⅓ cup | 59g |
| ½ cup | 89g |
| ⅔ cup | 118g |
| ¾ cup | 133g |
| 1 cup | 178g |
| 1½ cups | 266g |
| 2 cups | 355g |
Based on semolina density of 0.71 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Semolina Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 metric cup of semolina to gram, we use the density of semolina (0.71 g/ml). A metric cup contains 250ml, so 1 metric cup equals 250ml. Multiplying by the density: 250ml × 0.71 g/ml = 177.5g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting semolina, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of semolina weighs 168g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 178g—a difference of 10g (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 consistent results with semolina, use a scale whenever possible. Volume measurements of grains can vary significantly based on how tightly packed they are. The density of 0.71 g/ml we use is based on a standard pour into a measuring cup.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.71 g/ml for semolina is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 169762). This measurement was taken with semolina spooned into the measuring cup and leveled.