Converting between cups and grams is essential when following recipes from different countries. While cups are commonly used in the US, most of the world uses the metric system with grams for precise measurements.
Why Weight is More Accurate Than Volume
Measuring ingredients by weight (grams) is more accurate than measuring by volume (cups) because:
The density of ingredients varies (1 cup of flour weighs less than 1 cup of sugar)
How you fill a measuring cup affects the amount (packed vs. loosely filled)
Temperature and humidity can affect volume measurements
Common Cups to Grams Conversions
Here are some common conversions for baking ingredients:
All-purpose flour: 1 cup = 125 grams
Granulated sugar: 1 cup = 200 grams
Brown sugar (packed): 1 cup = 220 grams
Butter: 1 cup = 227 grams
Milk or water: 1 cup = 240 grams
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Tips for Accurate Measuring
For the most accurate results when measuring ingredients:
Use a kitchen scale for precise gram measurements
When measuring flour in cups, spoon it into the measuring cup and level with a knife
Brown sugar should be firmly packed into the measuring cup
For liquids, use a clear measuring cup with a pour spout and check at eye level