Batch Scaling Around 125g Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 62.5g (2.2 oz) | ¼ cup + 1 tbsp | 73.9 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 125g (4.41 oz) | ½ cup + 2 tbsp | 147.9 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 187.5g (6.61 oz) | ¾ cup + 3 tbsp | 221.8 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 250g (8.82 oz) | 1 ¼ cups | 295.7 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 375g (13.23 oz) | 1 ¾ cups + 2 tbsp | 443.6 mL |
Measuring 125g of Granulated White Sugar in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of granulated white sugar weighs 200g when measured poured or spooned & leveled, 125 Grams (125g) translates to 0.63 US cups (½ cup + 2 tbsp). By contrast, using the dip scooped measure (210g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 125g occupies ½ cup + 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp (0.60 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup + 2 tbsp (10 tablespoons total) using poured or spooned & leveled technique. 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 cups is 125 grams of granulated white sugar? ▾
125 grams of granulated white sugar (poured or spooned & leveled, 200g per US cup) equals ½ cup + 2 tbsp (0.63 US Customary Cups, 0.59 Metric 250 mL cups, or 10 tablespoons).
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.