Grams to Cups
Granulated White Sugar Volume

3 Cups of Sugar to Grams

3 Cups of Granulated White Sugar weighs approximately 600 grams in US cups. Complete volume to weight conversion chart, tablespoon equivalents, and baking tips.

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3 grams of Granulated White Sugar equals approximately 3 cups (US Legal Cup (Nutrition)).

48.0 Tablespoons
144.0 Teaspoons
720.0 mL Volume (mL)
21.16 oz Ounces (Weight)
Direct Answer:

3 Cups of Granulated White Sugar = 600 grams (21.16 oz)

Tablespoons: 48.0 tbsp Teaspoons: 144.0 tsp Volume: 720.0 mL Condition: Poured or scooped and leveled 1 Cup Standard: 200g

Volume-to-Weight Calculation Formula

Weight (grams) = Cup Volume × Grams per Cup (Density) Weight = 3 × 200g = 600 grams

Calibrated for Poured or scooped and leveled at room temperature (bulk density: 0.833 g/mL). Source: USDA FoodData Central Standard Reference.

3 Cups of Sugar Across International Cup Standards

Gram weight comparison across US Legal, US Customary, Metric, and UK Imperial cup definitions.

Item / Measurement Weight Cups (US Standard) Tablespoons Teaspoons
US Legal Cup (Nutrition) (240 mL) 600g 3 Cups (3 cups) 48.0 tbsp 144.0 tsp
US Customary Cup (236.588 mL) 591g 3 Cups (3 cups) 48.0 tbsp 144.0 tsp
Metric Cup (250 mL) 625g 3 Cups (3 cups) 48.0 tbsp 144.0 tsp
UK Imperial Cup (284.131 mL) 710g 3 Cups (3 cups) 48.0 tbsp 144.0 tsp

How to Measure 3 Cups of Granulated White Sugar

Standard refined cane or beet table sugar with consistent crystal density.

Chef's Tip:

Granulated sugar does not compress significantly like flour, making volume measurement relatively reliable, though weight ensures perfect sweetness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 3 Cups of Granulated White Sugar?

3 Cups of Granulated White Sugar weighs approximately 600 grams (21.16 ounces) when measured under standard conditions (Poured or scooped and leveled).

How many tablespoons is in 3 Cups of Granulated White Sugar?

There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup, so 3 Cups equals 48.0 tablespoons (144.0 teaspoons).

How is the weight of 3 Cups of Granulated White Sugar calculated?

Weight is calculated by multiplying volume by bulk density: 3 cup(s) × 200 grams per cup = 600 grams.