Batch Scaling Around ¼ US Cup Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 25g (0.88 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 50g (1.76 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 75g (2.65 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tsp | 88.7 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 100g (3.53 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 150g (5.29 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
Measuring ¼ US Cup of Granulated White Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured or spooned & leveled at a verified bulk density of 200g per US cup, ¼ US cup of granulated white sugar weighs 50 grams (1.76 ounces). Measured using the dip scooped method (210g/cup), that same ¼ cup holds 52.5g — a 2.5g difference in your mixing bowl.
Pour sugar directly into the measuring cup and level with a flat blade. Dry granulated sucrose crystals flow freely without trapping excessive air.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #169655 & Domino Sugar official specification (200g/cup)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is ¼ cup of granulated white sugar? ▾
¼ US Cup of granulated white sugar measured poured or spooned & leveled weighs 50 grams (1.76 ounces).
Why does granulated sugar weigh exactly 200 grams per cup? ▾
Pure sucrose crystals pack into a uniform bulk density of approximately 0.85 g/cm³, arriving reliably at 200g per US cup.
Does granulated sugar absorb moisture from the air? ▾
Yes, prolonged humidity causes surface dissolution and clumping; store in a dry, sealed airtight canister.