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Posted by Lisa | Sweet 2 Eat Baking on July 21, 2023

Sugar: Looking to convert measurements between cups (c), grams (g) and ounces (oz) for you recipes?

Sugar Measurements Conversion in Cups, Grams, and Ounces

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Here you can find the detailed conversions for:

Brown Sugar, Dark
Brown Sugar, Light
Caster Sugar
Coconut Sugar
Demerara Sugar
Granulated Sugar
Icing Sugar
Powdered Sugar
Raw Sugar
Superfine Sugar
Recipes with Sugar

Dark Brown Sugar

The measurement conversion of dark brown sugar can vary slightly based on how it is packed and its moisture content. As a general guide, 1 cup is approximately 200 grams (7.1 ounces). For precise measurements, it’s best to use a kitchen scale to weigh the sugar.

amount, in volume	amount, in grams (g)	amount, in ounces (oz)
½ tbsp	6 g	0.2 oz
1 tbsp	13 g	0.5 oz
¼ cup	50 g	1.8 oz
⅓ cup	67 g	2.4 oz
½ cup	100 g	3.5 oz
¾ cup	150 g	5.3 oz
1 cup	200 g	7.1 oz

Light Brown Sugar

The measurement conversion can vary slightly based on factors like moisture content and packing method. As a general guide, 1 cup is approximately 200 grams (7.1 ounces). For precise measurements, it’s best to use a kitchen scale.

amount, in volume	amount, in grams (g)	amount, in ounces (oz)
½ tbsp	6 g	0.2 oz
1 tbsp	13 g	0.5 oz
¼ cup	50 g	1.8 oz
⅓ cup	67 g	2.4 oz
½ cup	100 g	3.5 oz
¾ cup	150 g	5.3 oz
1 cup	200 g	7.1 oz

Caster (Superfine) Sugar

One cup of caster (superfine) sugar is approximately 200 grams (7.1 ounces). Please keep in mind that the weight can vary slightly based on factors like moisture content and packing method. For precise measurements, using a kitchen scale is recommended to ensure accuracy in your recipes.

amount, in volume	amount, in grams (g)	amount, in ounces (oz)
½ tbsp	6 g	0.2 oz
1 tbsp	13 g	0.5 oz
¼ cup	50 g	1.8 oz
⅓ cup	67 g	2.4 oz
½ cup	100 g	3.5 oz
¾ cup	150 g	5.3 oz
1 cup	200 g	7.1 oz

Coconut Sugar

It’s important to note that the weight may vary slightly based on factors like moisture content and packing method. As a rough estimate, one cup of coconut sugar is approximately 200 grams (7.1 ounces). To ensure precise measurements in your recipes, using a kitchen scale is the best approach.

amount, in volume	amount, in grams (g)	amount, in ounces (oz)
½ tbsp	6 g	0.2 oz
1 tbsp	13 g	0.5 oz
¼ cup	50 g	1.8 oz
⅓ cup	67 g	2.4 oz
½ cup	100 g	3.5 oz
¾ cup	150 g	5.3 oz
1 cup	200 g	7.1 oz

Demerara (Raw) Sugar

One cup of raw sugar is approximately 220 grams (7.8 ounces). As with any sugar, the measurement conversion can vary based on factors like moisture content and packing method. For precise measurements in your recipes, using a kitchen scale is the best approach.

amount, in cups (c)	amount, in grams (g)	amount, in ounces (oz)
½ tbsp	7 g	0.3 oz
1 tbsp	14 g	0.5 oz
¼ cup	55 g	1.9 oz
⅓ cup	73 g	2.6 oz
½ cup	110 g	3.9 oz
¾ cup	165 g	5.8 oz
1 cup	220 g	7.8 oz

Granulated Sugar

One cup of granulated sugar is approximately 200 grams or 7.1 ounces. This weight conversion is an approximation, as the exact weight conversion can vary slightly based on factors like moisture content and packing method. For accurate measurements in your recipes, using a kitchen scale ensures precision and consistency.

amount, in volume	amount, in grams (g)	amount, in ounces (oz)
½ tbsp	6 g	0.2 oz
1 tbsp	13 g	0.5 oz
¼ cup	50 g	1.8 oz
⅓ cup	67 g	2.4 oz
½ cup	100 g	3.5 oz
¾ cup	150 g	5.3 oz
1 cup	200 g	7.1 oz

Icing (Powdered) Sugar

Also known as Confectioners’ Sugar. One cup of icing (powdered) sugar is approximately 125 grams (4.4 ounces). Please note that this weight is an approximation and may vary slightly based on factors like packing method and moisture content.For precise measurements in your recipes, using a kitchen scale is recommended. It ensures accuracy and consist results.