Density: 0.507 g/ml • Sugars & Sweeteners
| From | To | Equals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cups | g | 120 |
| 1 cups | tbsp | 16 |
| 1 cups | tsp | 48 |
| 1 tbsp | g | 7.5 |
| 1 tbsp | tsp | 3 |
| 1 tsp | g | 2.5 |
| 1 oz | g | 28.35 |
| 1 g | cups | 0.008 |
| 1 g | tbsp | 0.133 |
Powdered sugar (also called confectioners sugar) is finely ground sugar with a small amount of cornstarch. One cup of powdered sugar weighs 120 grams unsifted, or about 100 grams sifted. It is used for frostings, glazes, and dusting.
Source: King Arthur Baking Company & USDA National Nutrient Database
| Grams | Cups | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 g | ≈ 0.42 cups | ≈ 6.7 tbsp | ≈ 20.0 tsp |
| 100 g | ≈ 0.83 cups | ≈ 13.3 tbsp | ≈ 40.0 tsp |
| 150 g | ≈ 1.25 cups | ≈ 20.0 tbsp | ≈ 60.0 tsp |
| 200 g | ≈ 1.67 cups | ≈ 26.7 tbsp | ≈ 80.0 tsp |
| 250 g | ≈ 2.08 cups | ≈ 33.3 tbsp | ≈ 100.0 tsp |
| 300 g | ≈ 2.50 cups | ≈ 40.0 tbsp | ≈ 120.0 tsp |
| 400 g | ≈ 3.33 cups | ≈ 53.3 tbsp | ≈ 160.0 tsp |
| 500 g | ≈ 4.17 cups | ≈ 66.7 tbsp | ≈ 200.0 tsp |
Approximate values based on density of 0.507 g/ml. Always weigh for precision.
1 US cup of powdered sugar weighs approximately 120 grams. This is based on the ingredient's density of 0.507 g/ml, which is the standard used by professional bakers.
1 tablespoon of powdered sugar weighs approximately 7.5 grams (1/16 of a cup). Use the converter above for any amount.
1 teaspoon of powdered sugar weighs approximately 2.5 grams (1/48 of a cup).
100 grams of powdered sugar is approximately 0.83 cups (about 13 tablespoons). Weighing is always more accurate than measuring by volume.
Yes — in professional baking standards, 1 US cup of powdered sugar equals 120 grams. Always use a kitchen scale for the most accurate results, since how ingredients settle in a cup can vary.