How Much Is 1 Cup of Bread Flour in Ounces?
1 cup of bread flour equals 4.48 oz. Bread flour has a density of 127g per cup (127g per cup), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 cup of honey would be 11.99 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of bread flour
- 1 cup of bread flour = 127g
- 1 × 127 = 127g
- Convert grams to ounces: 127 ÷ 28.3495 = 4.48 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
Bread Flour at Different Amounts
How bread flour scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of bread flour (127g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Bread Flour
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.12 oz | 1.18 oz | 1.35 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 1.48 oz | 1.56 oz | 1.78 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 2.24 oz | 2.37 oz | 2.69 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 3.36 oz | 3.55 oz | 4.04 oz |
| 1 cup | 4.48 oz | 4.73 oz | 5.38 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 6.72 oz | 7.10 oz | 8.07 oz |
| 2 cups | 8.96 oz | 9.47 oz | 10.76 oz |
| 3 cups | 13.44 oz | 14.20 oz | 16.14 oz |
| 4 cups | 17.92 oz | 18.93 oz | 21.52 oz |
| 5 cups | 22.40 oz | 23.67 oz | 26.90 oz |
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 an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.