How Much Is 120 Grams of Raisins in Cups?
120 grams of raisins equals 0.83 cups. Raisins has a density of 145g 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 120 grams of raisins
- 1 cup of raisins = 145g
- 120g ÷ 145g/cup = 0.83 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
To prevent dried fruit from sinking in batter, toss it with a tablespoon of flour before folding in. This does not affect the weight measurement.
Raisins at Different Amounts
How raisins scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (120 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Grams | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.03 cups | 0.03 cups | 0.03 cups |
| 10 grams | 0.07 cups | 0.07 cups | 0.06 cups |
| 25 grams | 0.17 cups | 0.16 cups | 0.14 cups |
| 50 grams | 0.34 cups | 0.33 cups | 0.29 cups |
| 75 grams | 0.52 cups | 0.49 cups | 0.43 cups |
| 100 grams | 0.69 cups | 0.65 cups | 0.57 cups |
| 120 grams | 0.83 cups | 0.78 cups | 0.69 cups |
| 150 grams | 1.03 cups | 0.98 cups | 0.86 cups |
| 200 grams | 1.38 cups | 1.31 cups | 1.15 cups |
| 250 grams | 1.72 cups | 1.63 cups | 1.44 cups |
| 500 grams | 3.45 cups | 3.26 cups | 2.87 cups |
Understanding the Units
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.
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.