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50 Grams of Powdered Sugar to Cups

50 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) equals approximately 3/8 cups (0.42 cups). Includes tablespoon equivalents, density notes, and international cup standards.

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50 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) equals approximately 3/8 cups (US Legal Cup (Nutrition)).

6.7 Tablespoons
20.0 Teaspoons
100.0 mL Volume (mL)
1.76 oz Ounces (Weight)
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50 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) = 3/8 cups (0.42 cups)

Tablespoons: 6.7 tbsp Teaspoons: 20.0 tsp Volume: 100.0 mL Weight in Ounces: 1.76 oz Standard Cup Weight: 120g / cup

Calculation Formula & Step-by-Step Derivation

To convert 50 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) into US Legal measuring cups (240 mL):

Cups = Weight in Grams ÷ Grams per Cup (Density)
Cups = 50g ÷ 120g/cup = 0.42 cups (practical kitchen fraction: 3/8 cups)

This calculation is calibrated for Unsifted, spooned and leveled under standard kitchen conditions (bulk density: 0.500 g/mL, sourced from USDA FoodData Central / C&H Sugar Standards).

50g of Powdered Sugar Across Cup Standards

Because cup sizes vary internationally, here is how this weight converts across US Legal, US Customary, Metric, and UK Imperial cups.

Item / Measurement Weight Cups (US Standard) Tablespoons Teaspoons
US Legal Cup (Nutrition) (240 mL) 50g 3/8 (0.42 cups) 6.7 tbsp 20.0 tsp
US Customary Cup (236.588 mL) 50g 0.42 (0.42 cups) 6.8 tbsp 20.3 tsp
Metric Cup (250 mL) 50g 3/8 (0.40 cups) 6.4 tbsp 19.2 tsp
UK Imperial Cup (284.131 mL) 50g 1/3 (0.35 cups) 5.6 tbsp 16.9 tsp

How to Measure 50g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) Accurately

Finely milled granulated sugar mixed with a small amount of cornstarch to prevent clumping. Sifted powdered sugar weighs ~100g per cup.

Culinary Technique Tip:

If your recipe calls for "1 cup powdered sugar, sifted", measure 120g and then sift it through a fine-mesh strainer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many cups is 50 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners)?

50 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) equals 3/8 cups in standard US Legal measuring cups (0.42 cups), or 0.42 cups in US Customary.

How many tablespoons is 50g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners)?

50g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) equals approximately 6.7 tablespoons (or 20.0 teaspoons).

What is the density of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners)?

Under standard measurement conditions (Unsifted, spooned and leveled), Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) weighs approximately 120 grams per US cup (bulk density: 0.500 g/mL). Reference: USDA FoodData Central / C&H Sugar Standards.