Batch Scaling Around ½ US Cup Caster / Superfine Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 56.3g (1.98 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 112.5g (3.97 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 168.8g (5.95 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 225g (7.94 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 337.5g (11.9 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 354.9 mL |
Measuring ½ US Cup of Caster / Superfine Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured & leveled at a verified bulk density of 225g per US cup, ½ US cup of caster / superfine sugar weighs 112.5 grams (3.97 ounces). Measured using the spooned into cup method (215g/cup), that same ½ cup holds 107.5g — a 5g difference in your mixing bowl.
Pour and level flat. Because the micro-granules pack closer together than regular granulated sugar, 1 cup weighs a dense 225 grams.
Source note: British Baker standard (225g/cup) & Domino Superfine specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is ½ cup of caster / superfine sugar? ▾
½ US Cup of caster / superfine sugar measured poured & leveled weighs 112.5 grams (3.97 ounces).
Why do British and Australian recipes call for caster sugar? ▾
Caster sugar dissolves almost immediately into egg whites and butter, preventing gritty meringues and dry cake crumbs.
Why does a cup of caster sugar weigh 225g while granulated weighs 200g? ▾
Smaller crystal size means tighter packing with significantly less empty airspace between granules.