Batch Scaling Around 120g Baking Soda / Sodium Bicarbonate
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ¼ cup + 1 tsp | 64.5 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 120g (4.23 oz) | ½ cup + 2 ¼ tsp | 129 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 180g (6.35 oz) | ¾ cup + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 193.6 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 240g (8.47 oz) | 1 cup + 1 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp | 258.1 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 360g (12.7 oz) | 1 ½ cups + 2 tbsp + ½ tsp | 387.1 mL |
Measuring 120g of Baking Soda / Sodium Bicarbonate in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of baking soda / sodium bicarbonate weighs 220g when measured dip and sweep, 120 Grams (120g) translates to 0.55 US cups (½ cup + 2 ¼ tsp).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup + 2 ¼ tsp (8.73 tablespoons total) using dip and sweep technique. Dip measuring spoon or cup into the container and scrape flush against the box edge. Sodium bicarbonate is a pure mineral salt that is noticeably denser than baking powder, weighing 220 grams per cup (14g per tablespoon, 4.6g per teaspoon).
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 172811; Church & Dwight Arm & Hammer Chemical Specs
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 120 grams of baking soda / sodium bicarbonate? ▾
120 grams of baking soda / sodium bicarbonate (Dip and sweep, 220g per US cup) equals ½ cup + 2 ¼ tsp (0.55 US Customary Cups, 0.52 Metric 250 mL cups, or 8.73 tablespoons).
Why is baking soda stronger than baking powder? ▾
Baking soda is 100% pure sodium bicarbonate, whereas baking powder is diluted with monocalcium phosphate acid salts and cornstarch filler.
How do I test if baking soda is still active? ▾
Drop 1/2 teaspoon into a tablespoon of distilled vinegar; rapid, foaming effervescence confirms strong leavening potency.