How Much Is 240 Grams of Cornmeal in Cups?
240 grams of cornmeal equals 1.60 cups. Cornmeal has a density of 150g per cup. A lighter ingredient like cocoa powder (86g/cup) would fill even more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 240 grams of cornmeal
- 1 cup of cornmeal = 150g
- 240g ÷ 150g/cup = 1.6 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Cornmeal weigh 150g per cup when dry. Cooked weight per cup will be different.
Cornmeal at Different Amounts
How cornmeal scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (240 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Cornmeal
| Grams | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.03 cups | 0.03 cups | 0.03 cups |
| 10 grams | 0.07 cups | 0.06 cups | 0.06 cups |
| 25 grams | 0.17 cups | 0.16 cups | 0.14 cups |
| 50 grams | 0.33 cups | 0.32 cups | 0.28 cups |
| 75 grams | 0.50 cups | 0.47 cups | 0.42 cups |
| 100 grams | 0.67 cups | 0.63 cups | 0.56 cups |
| 150 grams | 1.00 cup | 0.95 cups | 0.83 cups |
| 200 grams | 1.33 cups | 1.26 cups | 1.11 cups |
| 240 grams | 1.60 cups | 1.51 cups | 1.33 cups |
| 250 grams | 1.67 cups | 1.58 cups | 1.39 cups |
| 500 grams | 3.33 cups | 3.15 cups | 2.78 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?
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.