How Much Is 0.08 Cups of Chia Seeds in Grams?
0.08 cups of chia seeds equals 13.04 g. Chia seeds has a density of 163g per cup (163g per cup), which means it's moderate weight compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 0.08 cups of all-purpose flour would be 10.01 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 0.08 cups of chia seeds
- 1 cup of chia seeds = 163g
- 0.08 × 163 = 13.04g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh chia seeds on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.
Chia Seeds at Different Amounts
How chia seeds scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (0.08 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 0.08 cups of chia seeds (13.04g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Chia Seeds
| Cups | US Grams | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.08 cups | 13.04 g | 13.78 g | 15.66 g |
| 0.25 cups | 40.75 g | 43.06 g | 48.94 g |
| 0.33 cups | 53.79 g | 56.84 g | 64.60 g |
| 0.5 cups | 81.50 g | 86.12 g | 97.88 g |
| 0.75 cups | 122.25 g | 129.18 g | 146.82 g |
| 1 cup | 163.00 g | 172.24 g | 195.76 g |
| 1.5 cups | 244.50 g | 258.36 g | 293.63 g |
| 2 cups | 326.00 g | 344.48 g | 391.51 g |
| 3 cups | 489.00 g | 516.72 g | 587.27 g |
| 4 cups | 652.00 g | 688.96 g | 783.02 g |
| 5 cups | 815.00 g | 861.20 g | 978.78 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.