How Much Is 1.13 Cups of Powdered Sugar in Ounces?
1.13 cups of powdered sugar equals 4.78 oz. Powdered sugar has a density of 120g per cup (120g per cup), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1.13 cups of honey would be 13.55 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.13 cups of powdered sugar
- 1 cup of powdered sugar = 120g
- 1.13 × 120 = 135.6g
- Convert grams to ounces: 135.6 ÷ 28.3495 = 4.78 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Powdered sugar settles significantly during storage. Sifted powdered sugar weighs about 100g per cup compared to 120g unsifted - check whether your recipe means sifted or unsifted.
Powdered Sugar at Different Amounts
How powdered sugar scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1.13 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.13 cups of powdered sugar (135.6g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Powdered Sugar
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.06 oz | 1.12 oz | 1.27 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 1.40 oz | 1.48 oz | 1.68 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 2.12 oz | 2.24 oz | 2.54 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 3.17 oz | 3.35 oz | 3.81 oz |
| 1 cup | 4.23 oz | 4.47 oz | 5.08 oz |
| 1.13 cups | 4.78 oz | 5.05 oz | 5.74 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 6.35 oz | 6.71 oz | 7.63 oz |
| 2 cups | 8.47 oz | 8.95 oz | 10.17 oz |
| 3 cups | 12.70 oz | 13.42 oz | 15.25 oz |
| 4 cups | 16.93 oz | 17.89 oz | 20.33 oz |
| 5 cups | 21.16 oz | 22.36 oz | 25.42 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.