120 Grams to Cups
Direct Kitchen Answer
120 grams is about 0.96 cups of all-purpose flour, ⅝ cup of granulated sugar, or ½ cup of butter.
For practical kitchen measuring, 120 grams of granulated sugar is about ⅝ cup (10 tablespoons).
Why volume varies: Because grams measure weight while cups measure volume, the same 120 grams can take up different amounts of space depending on the ingredient.
Ingredient Breakdown
How Many Cups is 120 Grams?
Compare 120 grams across key baking staples below, or use the master directory for 100+ ingredients:
All-Purpose Flour 1 cups 0.96 cups • 15.4 tbsp 125g / cup Granulated Sugar 5/8 cups 0.60 cups • 9.6 tbsp 200g / cup Butter 1/2 cups 0.53 cups • 1.06 sticks 227g / cup Packed Brown Sugar 0.55 cups 0.55 cups • 8.7 tbsp 220g / cup Rolled Oats 1 1/2 cups 1.50 cups • 24.0 tbsp 90g / cup Cocoa Powder 1 3/8 cups 1.41 cups • 22.6 tbsp 86g / cup
Quick Conversion: 120g in Top Baking Staples
At-a-glance volume equivalents for 120 grams in US Customary measuring cups (236.6 mL).
| Ingredient | Weight | Cups (US Standard) | Tablespoons | Teaspoons | Grams / Cup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 120g | 1 (0.96 cups) | 15.4 tbsp | 46.1 tsp | 125g/cup |
| Granulated White Sugar | 120g | 5/8 (0.60 cups) | 9.6 tbsp | 28.8 tsp | 200g/cup |
| Butter (Unsalted or Salted) | 120g | 1/2 (0.53 cups) | 8.5 tbsp | 25.4 tsp | 227g/cup |
| Brown Sugar (Light / Golden) | 120g | 0.55 (0.55 cups) | 8.7 tbsp | 26.2 tsp | 220g/cup |
| Rolled Oats (Old Fashioned) | 120g | 1 1/2 (1.50 cups) | 24.0 tbsp | 72.0 tsp | 80g/cup |
| Cocoa Powder (Natural Unsweetened) | 120g | 1 3/8 (1.41 cups) | 22.6 tbsp | 67.8 tsp | 85g/cup |
| Whole Milk (3.25% Milkfat) | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.8 tbsp | 23.5 tsp | 245g/cup |
| Honey (Pure Liquid) | 120g | 1/3 (0.35 cups) | 5.6 tbsp | 16.9 tsp | 340g/cup |
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Traditional US recipe cup defined as exactly 8 fluid ounces.
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1 cups (0.96)
Kitchen measure: 15 tbsp + 1 tsp (15.4 tbsp)
120 grams of All-Purpose Flour equals approximately 1 cups (US Customary Cup).
15.4 Tablespoons
46.1 Teaspoons
227.1 mL Volume (mL)
4.23 oz Ounces (Weight)
Recipe Applications
Common Use Cases for 120 Grams
- Standard weight of 1 US cup of sifted all-purpose flour
- 1 full cup of powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 1 cup of whole wheat pastry flour for delicate muffins
Kitchen Practice
Measuring 120g Without a Scale
120g is 1 cup of sifted flour, or 1 cup of powdered sugar.
Technique Rule:
Widely used by culinary schools (like King Arthur Baking) as the standard aerated cup of flour.
120g to Cups Master Directory for Common Ingredients
Browse or live-filter 120 grams across flours, sugars, culinary fats, dairy, grains, and baking essentials. Click any ingredient for dedicated guides.
| Ingredient | Weight | Cups (US Standard) | Tablespoons | Teaspoons | Grams / Cup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flours & Starches (8) | |||||
| All-Purpose Flour | 120g | 1 (0.96 cups) | 15.4 tbsp | 46.1 tsp | 125g/cup |
| Bread Flour (High Protein) | 120g | 0.94 (0.94 cups) | 15.1 tbsp | 45.4 tsp | 127g/cup |
| Cake Flour | 120g | 1.05 (1.05 cups) | 16.8 tbsp | 50.5 tsp | 114g/cup |
| Whole Wheat Flour | 120g | 1 (1 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp | 120g/cup |
| Oat Flour | 120g | 1 1/3 (1.30 cups) | 20.9 tbsp | 62.6 tsp | 92g/cup |
| Almond Flour (Blanched) | 120g | 1 1/4 (1.25 cups) | 20.0 tbsp | 60.0 tsp | 96g/cup |
| Coconut Flour | 120g | 1.07 (1.07 cups) | 17.1 tbsp | 51.4 tsp | 112g/cup |
| Tapioca Flour / Tapioca Starch | 120g | 1 (1 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp | 120g/cup |
| Sugars & Sweeteners (8) | |||||
| Granulated White Sugar | 120g | 5/8 (0.60 cups) | 9.6 tbsp | 28.8 tsp | 200g/cup |
| Brown Sugar (Light / Golden) | 120g | 0.55 (0.55 cups) | 8.7 tbsp | 26.2 tsp | 220g/cup |
| Dark Brown Sugar | 120g | 0.55 (0.55 cups) | 8.7 tbsp | 26.2 tsp | 220g/cup |
| Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) | 120g | 1 (1 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp | 120g/cup |
| Honey (Pure Liquid) | 120g | 1/3 (0.35 cups) | 5.6 tbsp | 16.9 tsp | 340g/cup |
| Pure Maple Syrup (Grade A) | 120g | 3/8 (0.38 cups) | 6.2 tbsp | 18.5 tsp | 312g/cup |
| Molasses (Dark / Unsulphured) | 120g | 3/8 (0.37 cups) | 5.9 tbsp | 17.6 tsp | 328g/cup |
| Corn Syrup (Light with Vanilla) | 120g | 3/8 (0.37 cups) | 5.9 tbsp | 17.6 tsp | 328g/cup |
| Butter, Oils & Fats (8) | |||||
| Butter (Unsalted or Salted) | 120g | 1/2 (0.53 cups) | 8.5 tbsp | 25.4 tsp | 227g/cup |
| Salted Butter | 120g | 1/2 (0.53 cups) | 8.5 tbsp | 25.4 tsp | 227g/cup |
| Ghee (Clarified Butter) | 120g | 0.55 (0.55 cups) | 8.7 tbsp | 26.2 tsp | 220g/cup |
| Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) | 120g | 0.56 (0.56 cups) | 8.9 tbsp | 26.7 tsp | 216g/cup |
| Vegetable Oil (Soybean Oil) | 120g | 0.55 (0.55 cups) | 8.8 tbsp | 26.4 tsp | 218g/cup |
| Canola Oil (Rapeseed Oil) | 120g | 0.55 (0.55 cups) | 8.8 tbsp | 26.4 tsp | 218g/cup |
| Coconut Oil (Solid Virgin / Refined) | 120g | 0.56 (0.56 cups) | 8.9 tbsp | 26.7 tsp | 216g/cup |
| Avocado Oil (Pure / Refined) | 120g | 0.56 (0.56 cups) | 8.9 tbsp | 26.7 tsp | 216g/cup |
| Dairy & Plant Milks (8) | |||||
| Whole Milk (3.25% Milkfat) | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.8 tbsp | 23.5 tsp | 245g/cup |
| 2% Reduced-Fat Milk | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.8 tbsp | 23.5 tsp | 245g/cup |
| Heavy Cream / Heavy Whipping Cream | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 8.1 tbsp | 24.2 tsp | 238g/cup |
| Half-and-Half (Equal Parts Milk & Cream) | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 7.9 tbsp | 23.8 tsp | 242g/cup |
| Buttermilk (Cultured Lowfat) | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.8 tbsp | 23.5 tsp | 245g/cup |
| Sour Cream (Regular / Full Fat) | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 8.0 tbsp | 24.0 tsp | 240g/cup |
| Plain Yogurt (Whole Milk) | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.8 tbsp | 23.5 tsp | 245g/cup |
| Greek Yogurt (Whole Milk / Strained) | 120g | 0.42 (0.42 cups) | 6.7 tbsp | 20.2 tsp | 285g/cup |
| Dry Goods & Baking Essentials (8) | |||||
| Cocoa Powder (Natural Unsweetened) | 120g | 1 3/8 (1.41 cups) | 22.6 tbsp | 67.8 tsp | 85g/cup |
| Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder (Alkalized) | 120g | 1 3/8 (1.41 cups) | 22.6 tbsp | 67.8 tsp | 85g/cup |
| Chocolate Chips (Semisweet / Standard) | 120g | 2/3 (0.71 cups) | 11.3 tbsp | 33.9 tsp | 170g/cup |
| Dark Chocolate Chips (60%–70% Cacao) | 120g | 2/3 (0.71 cups) | 11.3 tbsp | 33.9 tsp | 170g/cup |
| White Chocolate Chips | 120g | 2/3 (0.71 cups) | 11.3 tbsp | 33.9 tsp | 170g/cup |
| Chocolate Chunks (Baking) | 120g | 3/4 (0.75 cups) | 12.0 tbsp | 36.0 tsp | 160g/cup |
| Rolled Oats (Old Fashioned) | 120g | 1 1/2 (1.50 cups) | 24.0 tbsp | 72.0 tsp | 80g/cup |
| Quick-Cooking Oats | 120g | 1 1/2 (1.50 cups) | 24.0 tbsp | 72.0 tsp | 80g/cup |
| Grains, Rice & Pasta (8) | |||||
| White Rice (Long Grain Uncooked) | 120g | 2/3 (0.65 cups) | 10.4 tbsp | 31.1 tsp | 185g/cup |
| Basmati Rice (White Uncooked) | 120g | 5/8 (0.63 cups) | 10.1 tbsp | 30.3 tsp | 190g/cup |
| Jasmine Rice (Thai Fragrant White Uncooked) | 120g | 2/3 (0.65 cups) | 10.4 tbsp | 31.1 tsp | 185g/cup |
| Brown Rice (Long Grain Uncooked) | 120g | 5/8 (0.63 cups) | 10.1 tbsp | 30.3 tsp | 190g/cup |
| Sushi Rice (Short Grain White Uncooked) | 120g | 5/8 (0.60 cups) | 9.6 tbsp | 28.8 tsp | 200g/cup |
| Arborio Rice (Italian Risotto Uncooked) | 120g | 5/8 (0.60 cups) | 9.6 tbsp | 28.8 tsp | 200g/cup |
| Wild Rice (Raw Dry) | 120g | 3/4 (0.75 cups) | 12.0 tbsp | 36.0 tsp | 160g/cup |
| Quinoa (Raw Uncooked / White, Red, Black) | 120g | 2/3 (0.71 cups) | 11.3 tbsp | 33.9 tsp | 170g/cup |
| Nuts & Seeds (8) | |||||
| Almonds (Whole Raw) | 120g | 7/8 (0.84 cups) | 13.4 tbsp | 40.3 tsp | 143g/cup |
| Almonds (Sliced / Flaked Blanched) | 120g | 1 3/8 (1.41 cups) | 22.6 tbsp | 67.8 tsp | 85g/cup |
| Walnuts (Shelled Halves & Large Pieces) | 120g | 1 1/6 (1.20 cups) | 19.2 tbsp | 57.6 tsp | 100g/cup |
| Walnuts (Finely Chopped) | 120g | 1.04 (1.04 cups) | 16.7 tbsp | 50.1 tsp | 115g/cup |
| Pecans (Shelled Halves) | 120g | 1 1/6 (1.20 cups) | 19.2 tbsp | 57.6 tsp | 100g/cup |
| Pecans (Chopped) | 120g | 1 1/8 (1.09 cups) | 17.5 tbsp | 52.4 tsp | 110g/cup |
| Cashews (Raw Whole) | 120g | 0.92 (0.92 cups) | 14.8 tbsp | 44.3 tsp | 130g/cup |
| Pistachios (Raw Shelled Kernels) | 120g | 1 (1 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp | 120g/cup |
| Liquids & Beverages (8) | |||||
| Water (Pure) | 120g | 1/2 (0.51 cups) | 8.1 tbsp | 24.3 tsp | 236.6g/cup |
| Brewed Coffee (Black / Drip) | 120g | 1/2 (0.51 cups) | 8.1 tbsp | 24.3 tsp | 237g/cup |
| Apple Cider (Fresh Pressed / Unfiltered) | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.8 tbsp | 23.4 tsp | 246g/cup |
| Apple Juice (Clarified 100%) | 120g | 1/2 (0.48 cups) | 7.7 tbsp | 23.2 tsp | 248g/cup |
| Orange Juice (100% Pure / Fresh or Reconstituted) | 120g | 1/2 (0.48 cups) | 7.7 tbsp | 23.2 tsp | 248g/cup |
| Lemon Juice (Freshly Squeezed) | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.9 tbsp | 23.6 tsp | 244g/cup |
| Lime Juice (Freshly Squeezed) | 120g | 1/2 (0.49 cups) | 7.9 tbsp | 23.6 tsp | 244g/cup |
| Distilled White Vinegar (5% Acidity) | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 8.1 tbsp | 24.2 tsp | 238g/cup |
| Seasonings & Spices (8) | |||||
| Table Salt (Fine Iodized / Non-Iodized) | 120g | 3/8 (0.42 cups) | 6.7 tbsp | 20.0 tsp | 288g/cup |
| Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) | 120g | 7/8 (0.83 cups) | 13.3 tbsp | 40.0 tsp | 144g/cup |
| Kosher Salt (Morton) | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 8.0 tbsp | 24.0 tsp | 240g/cup |
| Sea Salt (Fine) | 120g | 3/8 (0.42 cups) | 6.7 tbsp | 20.0 tsp | 288g/cup |
| Sea Salt (Flaky / Maldon) | 120g | 1.07 (1.07 cups) | 17.1 tbsp | 51.4 tsp | 112g/cup |
| Black Pepper (Fine Ground) | 120g | 1.07 (1.07 cups) | 17.1 tbsp | 51.4 tsp | 112g/cup |
| Black Peppercorns (Whole Tellicherry) | 120g | 0.92 (0.92 cups) | 14.8 tbsp | 44.3 tsp | 130g/cup |
| Cinnamon (Ground Cassia / Ceylon) | 120g | 1.07 (1.07 cups) | 17.1 tbsp | 51.4 tsp | 112g/cup |
| Nut Butters & Sauces (8) | |||||
| Mayonnaise | 120g | 0.55 (0.55 cups) | 8.7 tbsp | 26.2 tsp | 220g/cup |
| Dijon Mustard | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 8.0 tbsp | 24.0 tsp | 240g/cup |
| Ketchup | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 8.0 tbsp | 24.0 tsp | 240g/cup |
| Soy Sauce | 120g | 1/2 (0.47 cups) | 7.5 tbsp | 22.6 tsp | 255g/cup |
| Fish Sauce | 120g | 0.44 (0.44 cups) | 7.1 tbsp | 21.3 tsp | 270g/cup |
| Worcestershire Sauce | 120g | 0.44 (0.44 cups) | 7.1 tbsp | 21.3 tsp | 270g/cup |
| Sriracha Sauce | 120g | 1/2 (0.48 cups) | 7.7 tbsp | 23.0 tsp | 250g/cup |
| Hot Sauce (Cayenne/Vinegar) | 120g | 1/2 (0.50 cups) | 8.0 tbsp | 24.0 tsp | 240g/cup |
Dedicated Guides
120 Grams Dedicated Ingredient Pages
Explore in-depth conversion guides, spoon measurements, and density calibration specifically for 120 grams:
120g All-Purpose Flour → 120g Granulated White Sugar → 120g Butter (Unsalted or Salted) → 120g Brown Sugar (Light / Golden) → 120g Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) → 120g Water (Pure) → 120g Whole Milk (3.25% Milkfat) → 120g Rolled Oats (Old Fashioned) → 120g White Rice (Long Grain Uncooked) → 120g Honey (Pure Liquid) → 120g Cocoa Powder (Natural Unsweetened) → 120g Plain Yogurt (Whole Milk) → 120g Almond Flour (Blanched) → 120g Bread Flour (High Protein) → 120g Cream Cheese (Regular Brick / Philadelphia) → 120g Heavy Cream / Heavy Whipping Cream →
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How We Calculate 120 Grams to Cups
At GramsToCups.site, every conversion is derived from authoritative USDA FoodData Central bulk densities rather than generic approximations. Because cup capacities differ internationally, our converter provides instant support across five major standards: US Customary (236.6 mL), US Legal (240 mL), Metric (250 mL), UK Imperial (284.1 mL), and Japanese (200 mL).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 120 grams of flour?
120 grams of all-purpose flour equals approximately 1 cups (0.96 cups) when fluffed, spooned into the cup, and leveled.
How many cups is 120 grams of sugar?
120 grams of granulated white sugar equals approximately 5/8 cups (0.60 cups), or 9.6 tablespoons.
How many cups is 120 grams of butter?
120 grams of butter equals approximately 1/2 cups (0.53 cups), which is 1.06 standard US butter sticks or 8.5 tablespoons.
How do I measure 120 grams without a kitchen scale?
120g is 1 cup of sifted flour, or 1 cup of powdered sugar.
Why does 120 grams produce different cup volumes for different ingredients?
Cups measure volume (3D physical space) while grams measure mass (weight). Because granulated sugar (200g/cup) is significantly denser than all-purpose flour (125g/cup), 120 grams of sugar occupies far less cup volume than 120 grams of flour.