Batch Scaling Around 2 US Cups Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 200g (7.05 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 400g (14.11 oz) | 2 cups | 473.2 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 600g (21.16 oz) | 3 cups | 709.8 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 800g (28.22 oz) | 4 cups | 946.4 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1200g (42.33 oz) | 6 cups | 1419.5 mL |
Measuring 2 US Cups of Granulated White Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured or spooned & leveled at a verified bulk density of 200g per US cup, 2 US cups of granulated white sugar weighs 400 grams (14.11 ounces). Measured using the dip scooped method (210g/cup), that same 2 cups holds 420g — a 20g 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 2 cups of granulated white sugar? ▾
2 US Cups of granulated white sugar measured poured or spooned & leveled weighs 400 grams (14.11 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.