Baking Measurement Guide & Converter
Convert baking measurements instantly between cups, grams, ounces, tablespoons, and milliliters. Get precise conversions for flour, sugar, butter, and other common ingredients to ensure perfect baking results every time.
Understanding Baking Measurements
Accurate measurements are the foundation of successful baking. Unlike cooking, where you can often improvise, baking is a science that requires precision. This guide helps you navigate between volume measurements (like cups and tablespoons) and weight measurements (like grams and ounces), which is crucial for consistency, especially when scaling recipes.
Common Ingredient Densities (Approximate)
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup = 125g
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup = 200g
- Brown Sugar (packed): 1 cup = 220g
- Butter: 1 cup = 227g (2 sticks)
- Water/Milk: 1 cup = 240g / 240ml
- Cocoa Powder: 1 cup = 100g
- Honey: 1 cup = 340g
Why Weight is More Accurate
Measuring by weight (grams) is far more reliable than measuring by volume (cups). The amount of flour in a cup can vary by 20% or more depending on how you scoop it—sifted, spooned, or scooped directly from the bag. A kitchen scale eliminates this guesswork and is the single best tool for improving your baking consistency.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams are in one cup of flour?
One cup of all-purpose flour is approximately 120-125 grams. However, this can vary based on how you measure it (scooped vs. spooned). For accurate baking, it's best to weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale.
How do I convert ounces to cups for baking?
You cannot directly convert ounces (a unit of weight) to cups (a unit of volume) without knowing the ingredient's density. For example, 8 ounces of water is 1 cup, but 8 ounces of flour is about 1.8 cups. Use our converter tool for specific ingredients.
What is the difference between a liquid and dry measuring cup?
Liquid measuring cups are typically clear with a spout and have markings on the side, designed to be filled to the line. Dry measuring cups are meant to be filled to the brim and leveled off. Using the correct type ensures measurement accuracy.
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