How Much Is 0.31 Cups of Raw Sugar in Ounces?
0.31 cups of raw sugar equals 2.19 oz. 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, 0.31 cups of all-purpose flour would be 1.37 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 0.31 cups of raw sugar
- 1 cup of raw sugar = 200g
- 0.31 × 200 = 62g
- Convert grams to ounces: 62 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.19 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Raw sugar should be spooned into the measuring cup and leveled off. Do not pack it unless the recipe specifically says to (packing is only standard for brown sugar).
Raw Sugar at Different Amounts
How raw sugar scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (0.31 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 0.31 cups of raw sugar (62g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
Other Amounts of Raw Sugar
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.76 oz | 1.86 oz | 2.12 oz |
| 0.31 cups | 2.19 oz | 2.31 oz | 2.63 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 2.33 oz | 2.46 oz | 2.80 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 3.53 oz | 3.73 oz | 4.24 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 5.29 oz | 5.59 oz | 6.35 oz |
| 1 cup | 7.05 oz | 7.45 oz | 8.47 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 10.58 oz | 11.18 oz | 12.71 oz |
| 2 cups | 14.11 oz | 14.91 oz | 16.94 oz |
| 3 cups | 21.16 oz | 22.36 oz | 25.42 oz |
| 4 cups | 28.22 oz | 29.82 oz | 33.89 oz |
| 5 cups | 35.27 oz | 37.27 oz | 42.36 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.