Batch Scaling Around 175g Caster / Superfine Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 87.5g (3.09 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 ¾ tsp | 92 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 175g (6.17 oz) | ¾ cup + 1 ¼ tsp | 184 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 262.5g (9.26 oz) | 1 cup + 2 tbsp + 2 tsp | 276 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 350g (12.35 oz) | 1 ½ cups + 2 ¾ tsp | 368 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 525g (18.52 oz) | 2 ⅓ cups | 552 mL |
Measuring 175g of Caster / Superfine Sugar in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of caster / superfine sugar weighs 225g when measured poured & leveled, 175 Grams (175g) translates to 0.78 US cups (¾ cup + 1 ¼ tsp). By contrast, using the spooned into cup measure (215g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 175g occupies ¾ cup + 1 tbsp (0.81 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ¾ cup + 1 ¼ tsp (12.44 tablespoons total) using poured & leveled technique. 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 cups is 175 grams of caster / superfine sugar? ▾
175 grams of caster / superfine sugar (poured & leveled, 225g per US cup) equals ¾ cup + 1 ¼ tsp (0.78 US Customary Cups, 0.74 Metric 250 mL cups, or 12.44 tablespoons).
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.