Cake Flour - Grams to Cups Conversion Calculator
Precise measurements for flour using three methods - also known as Pastry Flour
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About Cake Flour
Cake flour is a finely milled, low-protein flour (7-8% protein) used for tender cakes, cupcakes, and delicate pastries. Its lower gluten content produces a softer crumb than all-purpose flour. It is also commonly known as pastry flour.
Cake Flour has a density of 0.467 g/ml when measured using the Spoon & Level method. Like all dry ingredients, the measurement method significantly affects the volume.
This ingredient belongs to the flour category and is classified as a dry ingredient. Per 100g, it provides 362 calories,8g protein, 76.3g carbohydrates, and 1g fat.
Density data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. US Cup = 236.588ml (NIST). Results are estimates - actual volume may vary by ±5% depending on brand and batch.
Popular Conversions
| Weight (g) | Cups (Spoon & Level) | Cups (Dip & Sweep) | Cups (Sifted) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.23 | 0.19 | 0.27 |
| 50g | 0.45 | 0.38 | 0.53 |
| 75g | 0.68 | 0.58 | 0.8 |
| 100g | 0.91 | 0.77 | 1.06 |
| 125g | 1.13 | 0.96 | 1.33 |
| 130g | 1.18 | 1 | 1.38 |
| 140g | 1.27 | 1.07 | 1.49 |
| 150g | 1.36 | 1.15 | 1.6 |
| 175g | 1.58 | 1.34 | 1.86 |
| 200g | 1.81 | 1.53 | 2.13 |
| 225g | 2.04 | 1.73 | 2.4 |
| 240g | 2.17 | 1.84 | 2.56 |
| 250g | 2.26 | 1.92 | 2.66 |
| 300g | 2.72 | 2.3 | 3.19 |
| 350g | 3.17 | 2.68 | 3.73 |
| 360g | 3.26 | 2.76 | 3.83 |
| 400g | 3.62 | 3.07 | 4.26 |
| 500g | 4.53 | 3.84 | 5.32 |
| 750g | 6.79 | 5.75 | 7.99 |
| 1000g | 9.05 | 7.67 | 10.65 |
Expert Tips
Cake flour has less protein (7-8%) than AP flour, producing a tender crumb.
Always sift cake flour before measuring for the most accurate result.
If you don't have cake flour, use AP flour minus 2 tbsp per cup, plus 2 tbsp cornstarch.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g of Cake Flour
Values are approximate and based on USDA data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cake Flour Measurements
Yes. 100g of sifted cake flour takes up approximately 15% more volume than unsifted. That's 0.96 cups sifted vs 0.83 cups spooned & leveled.
Yes, but adjust the weight. Use 100g AP flour minus 14g, plus 14g cornstarch. The density differs, so cup measurements will change.
Cake flour is more finely milled and has lower protein content (7-8% vs 10-12%), giving it a density of 0.467 g/ml compared to AP flour's 0.529 g/ml.
1/4 cup of cake flour weighs approximately 28g when spooned and leveled, or 33g with dip & sweep.
1/3 cup of cake flour weighs approximately 37g when spooned and leveled, or 43g with dip & sweep.
1/2 cup of cake flour weighs approximately 55g when spooned and leveled, or 65g with dip & sweep.
1 cup of cake flour weighs approximately 110g when spooned and leveled, or 130g with dip & sweep.
1 1/2 cups of cake flour weighs approximately 166g when spooned and leveled, or 196g with dip & sweep.
2 cups of cake flour weighs approximately 221g when spooned and leveled, or 261g with dip & sweep.