Batch Scaling Around ½ US Cup Cooked White Rice
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 39.5g (1.39 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 79g (2.79 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 118.5g (4.18 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 158g (5.57 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 237g (8.36 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 354.9 mL |
Measuring ½ US Cup of Cooked White Rice in the Kitchen
Measured gently spooned at a verified bulk density of 158g per US cup, ½ US cup of cooked white rice weighs 79 grams (2.79 ounces).
Fluff cooked rice gently with a fork and spoon into the measuring cup without compressing. Pressing cooked rice squeezes out air and compacts moisture, skewing cup weight from 158 grams upward past 185 grams.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 168878; USA Rice Federation Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is ½ cup of cooked white rice? ▾
½ US Cup of cooked white rice measured Gently spooned weighs 79 grams (2.79 ounces).
Why does cooked rice weigh less per cup than dry rice? ▾
Cooked grains swell to nearly triple their raw volume with water, meaning far fewer individual grains occupy the volume of a cup.
Is chilled day-old rice lighter than freshly steamed rice? ▾
Chilled rice grains firm up through starch retrogradation and separate easily, spooning slightly lighter (150–155g) than warm, moist rice.