All-Purpose Flour - Cups to Grams Conversion Calculator
Convert cups to grams for all-purpose flour with method-based precision.
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About All-Purpose Flour
All-purpose flour is the most widely used flour in baking, with a moderate protein content (10-12%) that works for everything from cookies to bread. It is a blend of hard and soft wheat, providing a balance of structure and tenderness.
For reverse conversion, 1 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 125g with Spoon & Level.
Density data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. US Cup = 236.588ml (NIST). Results are estimates.
Popular Conversions
| Volume (cups) | Grams (Spoon & Level) | Grams (Dip & Sweep) | Grams (Sifted) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cups | 15.64g | 18.46g | 13.3g |
| 1/4 cups | 31.29g | 36.92g | 26.6g |
| 1/3 cups | 41.68g | 49.18g | 35.43g |
| 1/2 cups | 62.58g | 73.84g | 53.19g |
| 2/3 cups | 83.48g | 98.5g | 70.96g |
| 3/4 cups | 93.87g | 110.76g | 79.79g |
| 1 cup | 125.16g | 147.68g | 106.38g |
| 1 1/4 cups | 156.44g | 184.6g | 132.98g |
| 1 1/2 cups | 187.73g | 221.52g | 159.57g |
| 1 3/4 cups | 219.02g | 258.45g | 186.17g |
| 2 cups | 250.31g | 295.37g | 212.76g |
| 2 1/4 cups | 281.6g | 332.29g | 239.36g |
| 2 1/2 cups | 312.89g | 369.21g | 265.95g |
| 3 cups | 375.47g | 443.05g | 319.15g |
| 4 cups | 500.62g | 590.73g | 425.53g |
Expert Tips
All-purpose flour is the most versatile flour for everyday baking, with a protein content of 10-12%.
Always spoon flour into the measuring cup and level with a knife - never scoop directly from the bag.
For the most accurate results, weigh your flour. 1 cup of AP flour weighs approximately 125g when spooned and leveled.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g of All-Purpose Flour
Values are approximate and based on USDA data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About All-Purpose Flour Cups to Grams
1/4 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 31g using Spoon & Level, or 37g with Dip & Sweep.
1/3 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 42g using Spoon & Level, or 49g with Dip & Sweep.
1/2 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 63g using Spoon & Level, or 74g with Dip & Sweep.
2/3 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 83g using Spoon & Level, or 99g with Dip & Sweep.
3/4 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 94g using Spoon & Level, or 111g with Dip & Sweep.
1 cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 125g using Spoon & Level, or 148g with Dip & Sweep.
1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 156g using Spoon & Level, or 185g with Dip & Sweep.
1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 188g using Spoon & Level, or 222g with Dip & Sweep.
Using the Spoon & Level method, 125g of all-purpose flour equals exactly 1.00 cup. With Dip & Sweep it's about 0.85 cups, and sifted it's about 1.18 cups.
Yes. Sifted all-purpose flour is lighter and more aerated. 125g of sifted AP flour fills approximately 1.18 cups, compared to 1.00 cup when spooned and leveled - an 18% difference.
All-purpose flour has a density of 0.529 g/ml compared to bread flour's 0.550 g/ml. This means 125g of AP flour = 1.00 cups, while 125g of bread flour = 0.96 cups.