Batch Scaling Around 400g All-Purpose Flour
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 200g (7.05 oz) | 1 ⅔ cups | 394.3 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 400g (14.11 oz) | 3 ⅓ cups | 788.6 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 600g (21.16 oz) | 5 cups | 1182.9 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 800g (28.22 oz) | 6 ⅔ cups | 1577.3 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1200g (42.33 oz) | 10 cups | 2365.9 mL |
Measuring 400g of All-Purpose Flour in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of all-purpose flour weighs 120g when measured spooned & leveled, 400 Grams (400g) translates to 3.33 US cups (3 ⅓ cups). By contrast, using the dip-and-sweep scooped measure (142g/cup — a 22g per-cup shift), 400g occupies 2 ¾ cups + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp (2.82 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure 3 ⅓ cups (53.33 tablespoons total) using spooned & leveled technique. Fluff flour with a fork, spoon gently into the measuring cup until mounded, and sweep level with a straight knife. Never pack or tap the cup, which compresses flour up to 142g.
Source note: King Arthur standard (120g/cup spooned) & USDA FDC #169761
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 400 grams of all-purpose flour? ▾
400 grams of all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled, 120g per US cup) equals 3 ⅓ cups (3.33 US Customary Cups, 3.15 Metric 250 mL cups, or 53.33 tablespoons).
Why does 1 cup of all-purpose flour vary from 120g to 145g? ▾
Dipping the cup straight into the bag compacts the tiny particles, packing up to 25% more flour than gently spooning and leveling.
Can I swap all-purpose flour for bread flour by weight? ▾
Yes, substitute 100g of bread flour for 100g of AP flour, but note bread flour absorbs slightly more water due to higher protein.