How Much Is 100 Grams of Brown Sugar in Cups?
100 grams of brown sugar equals 0.45 cups. Brown sugar has a density of 220g per cup. Because grams measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 100 grams of brown sugar
- 1 cup of brown sugar = 220g
- 100g ÷ 220g/cup = 0.45 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Light and dark brown sugar have the same density per cup (220g). The difference is molasses content, which affects flavor but not weight.
Brown Sugar at Different Amounts
How brown sugar scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (100 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Brown Sugar
| Grams | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.02 cups | 0.02 cups | 0.02 cups |
| 10 grams | 0.05 cups | 0.04 cups | 0.04 cups |
| 25 grams | 0.11 cups | 0.11 cups | 0.09 cups |
| 50 grams | 0.23 cups | 0.22 cups | 0.19 cups |
| 75 grams | 0.34 cups | 0.32 cups | 0.28 cups |
| 100 grams | 0.45 cups | 0.43 cups | 0.38 cups |
| 150 grams | 0.68 cups | 0.65 cups | 0.57 cups |
| 200 grams | 0.91 cups | 0.86 cups | 0.76 cups |
| 250 grams | 1.14 cups | 1.08 cups | 0.95 cups |
| 500 grams | 2.27 cups | 2.15 cups | 1.89 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
What is a Cup?
The US cup (236.588 ml) is slightly smaller than the metric cup used in Australia and some other countries (250 ml). When following recipes from different countries, check which cup standard is being used.