Batch Scaling Around ¾ US Cup Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 75g (2.65 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tsp | 88.7 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 150g (5.29 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 225g (7.94 oz) | 1 ⅛ cups | 266.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 300g (10.58 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 354.9 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 450g (15.87 oz) | 2 ¼ cups | 532.3 mL |
Measuring ¾ US Cup of Granulated White Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured or spooned & leveled at a verified bulk density of 200g per US cup, ¾ US cup of granulated white sugar weighs 150 grams (5.29 ounces). Measured using the dip scooped method (210g/cup), that same ¾ cup holds 157.5g — a 7.5g 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 ¾ cup of granulated white sugar? ▾
¾ US Cup of granulated white sugar measured poured or spooned & leveled weighs 150 grams (5.29 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.