Batch Scaling Around 30g Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 15g (0.53 oz) | 1 tbsp + ½ tsp | 17.7 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 30g (1.06 oz) | 2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp | 35.5 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 45g (1.59 oz) | 3 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 53.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ¼ cup + 2 ½ tsp | 71 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 90g (3.17 oz) | ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp + 2 ½ tsp | 106.5 mL |
Measuring 30g 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, 30 Grams (30g) translates to 0.15 US cups (2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp). By contrast, using the dip scooped measure (210g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 30g occupies 2 tbsp + ¾ tsp (0.14 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure 2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp (2.4 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 30 grams of granulated white sugar? ▾
30 grams of granulated white sugar (poured or spooned & leveled, 200g per US cup) equals 2 tbsp + 1 ¼ tsp (0.15 US Customary Cups, 0.14 Metric 250 mL cups, or 2.4 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.