How Much Is 1 Cup of Raw Sugar in Grams?
1 cup of raw sugar equals 200.00 g. Raw sugar has a density of 200g per cup (200g per cup), which means it's moderate weight compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 cup of all-purpose flour would be 125.16 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of raw sugar
- 1 cup of raw sugar = 200g
- 1 × 200 = 200g
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 raw sugar, just remember: 200g. Double it for 2 cups (400g), halve it for a half cup (100g).
Measuring Tip
Raw sugar weighs 200g per cup. Different sugar types have different densities, so always use the specific type your recipe calls for.
Raw Sugar at Different Amounts
How raw sugar scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of raw sugar (200g) is close in weight to a large apple (220g).
Other Amounts of Raw Sugar
| Cups | US Grams | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 50.00 g | 52.83 g | 60.05 g |
| 0.33 cups | 66.00 g | 69.74 g | 79.26 g |
| 0.5 cups | 100.00 g | 105.67 g | 120.10 g |
| 0.75 cups | 150.00 g | 158.50 g | 180.14 g |
| 1 cup | 200.00 g | 211.34 g | 240.19 g |
| 1.5 cups | 300.00 g | 317.01 g | 360.29 g |
| 2 cups | 400.00 g | 422.68 g | 480.38 g |
| 3 cups | 600.00 g | 634.01 g | 720.57 g |
| 4 cups | 800.00 g | 845.35 g | 960.76 g |
| 5 cups | 1,000.00 g | 1,056.69 g | 1,200.95 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?
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.