How Many Grams in 1 Cup of Sugar?
1 cup granulated sugar is 200g, brown sugar is 220g (packed), powdered sugar is 120g.
Direct Answer:
1 US Cup of Granulated White Sugar = 200 grams (7.05 oz)
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1 grams of Granulated White Sugar equals approximately 1 cups (US Legal Cup (Nutrition)).
16.0 Tablespoons
48.0 Teaspoons
240.0 mL Volume (mL)
7.05 oz Ounces (Weight)
1 Cup of Sugar Across International Cup Standards
Compare the weight of 1 cup across US Legal, US Customary, Metric, and UK Imperial cups.
| Item / Measurement | Weight | Cups (US Standard) | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Legal Cup (Nutrition) (240 mL) | 200g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
| US Customary Cup (236.588 mL) | 197g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
| Metric Cup (250 mL) | 208g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
| UK Imperial Cup (284.131 mL) | 237g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
Measurement & Technique Guide for Granulated White Sugar
Standard refined cane or beet table sugar with consistent crystal density.
Chef's Culinary Tip:
Granulated sugar does not compress significantly like flour, making volume measurement relatively reliable, though weight ensures perfect sweetness.