Batch Scaling Around 100 mL Caster / Superfine Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 47.6g (1.68 oz) | 3 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp | 50 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 95.1g (3.35 oz) | ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp | 100 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 142.7g (5.03 oz) | ½ cup + 2 tbsp + ½ tsp | 150 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 190.2g (6.71 oz) | ¾ cup + 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 200 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 285.3g (10.06 oz) | 1 ¼ cups + ¾ tsp | 300 mL |
Measuring 100 mL of Caster / Superfine Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured & leveled at a verified bulk density of 225g per US cup, 100 mL of caster / superfine sugar weighs 95.1 grams (3.35 ounces). Measured using the spooned into cup method (215g/cup), that same 100 mL holds 90.9g — a 4.2g 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 100 mL of caster / superfine sugar? ▾
100 mL of caster / superfine sugar measured poured & leveled weighs 95.1 grams (3.35 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.