Batch Scaling Around 4 oz Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 56.7g (2 oz) | ¼ cup + 1 ½ tsp | 67.1 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 113.4g (4 oz) | ½ cup + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 134.1 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 170.1g (6 oz) | ¾ cup + 1 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 201.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 ⅛ cups | 268.3 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 340.2g (12 oz) | 1 ⅔ cups + 1 ¾ tsp | 402.4 mL |
Measuring 4 oz 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, 4 Ounces (113.4g) translates to 0.57 US cups (½ cup + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp). By contrast, using the dip scooped measure (210g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 4 oz occupies ½ cup + 2 tsp (0.54 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp (9.07 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 4 ounces (4 oz) of granulated white sugar? ▾
4 ounces (113.4 grams) of granulated white sugar (poured or spooned & leveled, 200g per US cup) equals ½ cup + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp (0.57 US Customary Cups, 0.54 Metric 250 mL cups, or 9.07 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.