Pecan Halves — Grams ↔ Cups Converter
1 US Customary cup (236.6 mL) of pecan halves weighs 99 grams (3.49 ounces or 6.2g per tablespoon) when measured loose fill; 1 Metric cup (250 mL) weighs 104.6g and 100g equals 1 cup for accurate kitchen baking.
Kitchen note: 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of pecan halves (loose fill) weighs 99g, while 1 International Metric Cup (250 mL) weighs 105g.
Pecan Halves: Cups & Spoons to Grams
Based on 99g per 236.6 mL US cup (Loose fill).
| Volume | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Teaspoon (tsp) | 2.1 g | 0.07 oz |
| 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) | 6.2 g | 0.22 oz |
| ⅛ US Cup (2 tbsp) | 12.4 g | 0.44 oz |
| ¼ US Cup (4 tbsp) | 24.8 g | 0.87 oz |
| ⅓ US Cup | 33 g | 1.16 oz |
| ½ US Cup (8 tbsp) | 49.5 g | 1.75 oz |
| ⅔ US Cup | 66 g | 2.33 oz |
| ¾ US Cup (12 tbsp) | 74.3 g | 2.62 oz |
| 1 US Cup (236.6 mL) | 99 g | 3.49 oz |
| 1 Metric Cup (250 mL) | 104.6 g | 3.69 oz |
| 1 ½ US Cups | 148.5 g | 5.24 oz |
| 2 US Cups | 198 g | 6.98 oz |
| 3 US Cups | 297 g | 10.48 oz |
| 4 US Cups (1 Quart) | 396 g | 13.97 oz |
Pecan Halves: Grams to US Cups
Nearest practical baker cup & spoon breakdown.
| Weight | Kitchen Measure | Decimal |
|---|---|---|
| 10 g | 1 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 0.10 c |
| 25 g | ¼ cup | 0.25 c |
| 50 g | ½ cup | 0.51 c |
| 75 g | ¾ cup | 0.76 c |
| 100 g | 1 cup | 1.01 c |
| 125 g | 1 ¼ cups | 1.26 c |
| 150 g | 1 ½ cups | 1.52 c |
| 200 g | 2 cups + 1 tsp | 2.02 c |
| 250 g | 2 ½ cups + 1 ¼ tsp | 2.53 c |
| 300 g | 3 cups + 1 ½ tsp | 3.03 c |
| 400 g | 4 cups + 2 tsp | 4.04 c |
| 500 g | 5 cups + 2 ½ tsp | 5.05 c |
| 750 g | 7 ½ cups + 1 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 7.58 c |
| 1000 g | 10 cups + 1 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 10.10 c |
How to Measure Pecan Halves Accurately
Fill the cup gently with intact pecan halves and level flush with the top rim. The long, hollowed underside of pecan halves creates substantial open space, yielding 99 grams per US cup.
Data reference: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 170182; King Arthur Baking Ingredient Weight Chart
Common Culinary Uses
- Pecan pie decorative top
- Spiced cocktail pecans
- Turtles and pralines
- Carrot cake garnish
Weight-Aware Substitutions
- Walnut halves at 1:1 weight (99-100g).
- Chopped pecans at 1:1 weight (99g = ~7/8 cup chopped).
Pecan Halves Measuring FAQs
How many pecan halves are in 99 grams (1 cup)? ▾
Depending on the nut grade (junior mammoth to select), 1 cup contains about 55 to 65 pecan halves.
Can pecan halves be toasted in advance? ▾
Yes, toast at 350°F (175°C) for 8 to 10 minutes; cool completely before weighing into airtight storage containers.