Batch Scaling Around ¼ US Cup Caster / Superfine Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 28.1g (0.99 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 56.3g (1.98 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 84.4g (2.98 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tsp | 88.7 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 112.5g (3.97 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 168.8g (5.95 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
Measuring ¼ US Cup of Caster / Superfine Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured & leveled at a verified bulk density of 225g per US cup, ¼ US cup of caster / superfine sugar weighs 56.3 grams (1.98 ounces). Measured using the spooned into cup method (215g/cup), that same ¼ cup holds 53.8g — a 2.5g 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 ¼ cup of caster / superfine sugar? ▾
¼ US Cup of caster / superfine sugar measured poured & leveled weighs 56.3 grams (1.98 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.