Batch Scaling Around 500g Double-Acting Baking Powder
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 250g (8.82 oz) | 1 ¼ cups + 2 ½ tsp | 308.1 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 500g (17.64 oz) | 2 ½ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 tsp | 616.1 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 750g (26.46 oz) | 3 ¾ cups + 2 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 924.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 1000g (35.27 oz) | 5 cups + 3 tbsp + 1 tsp | 1232.2 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1500g (52.91 oz) | 7 ¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 1848.3 mL |
Measuring 500g of Double-Acting Baking Powder in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of double-acting baking powder weighs 192g when measured dip and sweep, 500 Grams (500g) translates to 2.60 US cups (2 ½ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 tsp).
Without a kitchen scale, measure 2 ½ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 tsp (41.67 tablespoons total) using dip and sweep technique. Dip the measuring cup or spoon into the tin and sweep level using the can's straight metal edge. Double-acting baking powder weighs 192 grams per cup (12 grams per level tablespoon, 4 grams per teaspoon).
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 172810; Calumet & Clabber Girl Specs
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 500 grams of double-acting baking powder? ▾
500 grams of double-acting baking powder (Dip and sweep, 192g per US cup) equals 2 ½ cups + 1 tbsp + 2 tsp (2.60 US Customary Cups, 2.46 Metric 250 mL cups, or 41.67 tablespoons).
What does double-acting baking powder mean? ▾
It reacts twice: first releasing carbon dioxide gas when moistened in the batter, and second when exposed to oven heat above 140°F (60°C).
How do I test if my baking powder is still fresh and active? ▾
Stir 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder into 1/4 cup of warm water; vigorous bubbling indicates active leavening power.