How Much Is 1 Cup of Cashews in Grams?
1 cup of cashews weighs 137.00 g. This is based on cashews having a density of 137g per cup. Because cups measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 cup.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of cashews
- 1 cup of cashews = 137g
- 1 × 137 = 137g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 cup of cashews, just remember: 137g. Double it for 2 cups (274g), halve it for a half cup (68.5g).
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh cashews on a kitchen scale. Volume measurements of nuts vary depending on size, shape, and how tightly they pack.
Cashews at Different Amounts
How cashews scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of cashews (137g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Cashews
| Cups | US Grams | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 34.25 g | 36.19 g | 41.13 g |
| 0.33 cups | 45.21 g | 47.77 g | 54.30 g |
| 0.5 cups | 68.50 g | 72.38 g | 82.27 g |
| 0.75 cups | 102.75 g | 108.57 g | 123.40 g |
| 1 cup | 137.00 g | 144.77 g | 164.53 g |
| 1.5 cups | 205.50 g | 217.15 g | 246.80 g |
| 2 cups | 274.00 g | 289.53 g | 329.06 g |
| 3 cups | 411.00 g | 434.30 g | 493.59 g |
| 4 cups | 548.00 g | 579.07 g | 658.12 g |
| 5 cups | 685.00 g | 723.83 g | 822.65 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
There are three cup standards used worldwide. The US cup (236.588 ml) is used in American recipes. The metric cup (250 ml) is standard in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of Asia. The imperial cup (284.131 ml) appears in older British and Canadian recipes. A metric cup holds about 5.7% more than a US cup, while an imperial cup holds about 20% more. Using the wrong standard can noticeably affect a recipe.
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.