Sugar Cups to Grams Converter
Convert granulated sugar between cups and grams instantly, either direction.
1 cup of granulated sugar = 200g (spooned into the cup and leveled off)
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How This Conversion Works
Grams = cups × 200 (the standard weight of 1 cup of granulated sugar). Cups = grams ÷ 200.
Worked example
A recipe calls for 150g of sugar.
150 ÷ 200 = 0.75 cups
That's 3/4 cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is a cup of sugar?
1 cup of granulated sugar is 200 grams. Unlike flour, sugar doesn't compact much when scooped, so the weight stays fairly consistent whether you spoon it in or scoop it directly.
Is brown sugar the same weight as granulated sugar?
No. Brown sugar is typically packed into the cup and weighs more per cup (around 213-220g, depending on the source) because packing removes air pockets that granulated sugar's dry, free-flowing grains don't have as much of to begin with.
Does powdered sugar convert the same way?
No. Powdered (confectioners') sugar is much lighter per cup, typically around 113-120g, because it's finer and less dense than granulated sugar. Use a separate conversion for powdered sugar rather than this one.