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Granulated Sugar - Grams to Cups Conversion Calculator

Precise measurements for sugar using three methods - also known as White Sugar, Table Sugar, Caster Sugar

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About Granulated Sugar

Granulated sugar is the most common form of sucrose used in baking. Its uniform crystal size provides consistent sweetness and contributes to browning, texture, and moisture retention in baked goods. It is also commonly known as white sugar or table sugar or caster sugar.

Granulated Sugar has a density of 0.845 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 sugar category and is classified as a dry ingredient. Per 100g, it provides 387 calories,0g protein, 99.98g carbohydrates, and 0g 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)
12g0.060.050.07
25g0.130.110.15
50g0.250.210.29
67g0.340.280.39
75g0.380.320.44
100g0.50.420.59
125g0.630.530.74
134g0.670.570.79
150g0.750.640.88
175g0.880.741.03
200g10.851.18
225g1.130.951.32
250g1.251.061.47
268g1.341.141.58
300g1.51.271.77
350g1.751.482.06
400g21.72.35
500g2.52.122.94
750g3.753.184.41
1000g54.245.88

Expert Tips

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Granulated sugar should be spooned and leveled, not packed. It does not compress like brown sugar.

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For the most accurate sugar measurement, use a kitchen scale. 1 cup of granulated sugar weighs approximately 200g.

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Sugar is hygroscopic - it absorbs moisture from the air. Store in an airtight container to prevent clumping.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g of Granulated Sugar

Calories387
Total Fat0g
Total Carbohydrates99.98g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars99.98g
Protein0g

Values are approximate and based on USDA data.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Granulated Sugar Measurements

Using the Spoon & Level method, 200g of granulated sugar equals approximately 1.00 cup. Granulated sugar has a consistent density, making it one of the easier ingredients to measure by volume.

No. Granulated sugar should be spooned into the cup and leveled, not packed. Packing it will give an inaccurate, higher weight.

Granulated sugar has a density of 0.845 g/ml vs brown sugar's 0.930 g/ml (packed). 200g of granulated sugar = 1.00 cup, while 200g of packed brown sugar = 0.91 cups.

1/4 cup of granulated sugar weighs approximately 50g when spooned and leveled, or 59g with dip & sweep.

1/3 cup of granulated sugar weighs approximately 67g when spooned and leveled, or 79g with dip & sweep.

1/2 cup of granulated sugar weighs approximately 100g when spooned and leveled, or 118g with dip & sweep.

1 cup of granulated sugar weighs approximately 200g when spooned and leveled, or 236g with dip & sweep.

1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar weighs approximately 300g when spooned and leveled, or 354g with dip & sweep.

2 cups of granulated sugar weighs approximately 400g when spooned and leveled, or 472g with dip & sweep.

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