Batch Scaling Around 120g Bread Flour
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 111.8 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 120g (4.23 oz) | ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 223.5 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 180g (6.35 oz) | 1 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + 1 tsp | 335.3 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 240g (8.47 oz) | 1 ¾ cups + 2 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 447.1 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 360g (12.7 oz) | 2 ¾ cups + 1 tbsp + 1 tsp | 670.6 mL |
Measuring 120g of Bread Flour in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of bread flour weighs 127g when measured spooned & leveled, 120 Grams (120g) translates to 0.94 US cups (¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp). By contrast, using the scooped from bag measure (148g/cup — a 21g per-cup shift), 120g occupies ¾ cup + 1 tbsp (0.81 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp (15.12 tablespoons total) using spooned & leveled technique. Spoon into cup and level flat. Its 12-14% protein content yields dense granules that settle rapidly during storage.
Source note: King Arthur standard (127g/cup spooned) & USDA FDC #169742
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 120 grams of bread flour? ▾
120 grams of bread flour (spooned & leveled, 127g per US cup) equals ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp (0.94 US Customary Cups, 0.89 Metric 250 mL cups, or 15.12 tablespoons).
What makes bread flour heavier per cup than cake flour? ▾
Hard red wheat used in bread flour produces larger, denser starch granules and high gluten-forming proteins.
Can I substitute all-purpose flour for bread flour? ▾
Yes at 1:1 by weight, though your bread will have a slightly softer crumb and slightly less chew.