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How Much Is 50 Grams of Sesame Seeds in Cups?

50 grams of sesame seeds equals 0.35 cups. Sesame seeds has a density of 144g per cup. Because grams measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.

50 grams of sesame seeds
=
0.35cups
Result using all cup standards info
0.35 cups (US) 0.33 cups (Metric Cup) 0.29 cups (Imperial Cup)
0.35

Formula and Step-by-Step

grams ÷ 144g/cup = cups
  1. Start with 50 grams of sesame seeds
  2. 1 cup of sesame seeds = 144g
  3. 50g ÷ 144g/cup = 0.35 cups

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

For the most consistent results, weigh sesame seeds on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.

Sesame Seeds at Different Amounts

How sesame seeds scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (50 grams) is highlighted.

5 g0.03 cups10 g0.07 cups25 g0.17 cups50 g0.35 cups75 g0.52 cups100 g0.69 cups150 g1.04 cups200 g1.39 cups

Other Amounts of Sesame Seeds

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 0.35 cups 0.33 cups 0.29 cups
75 grams 0.52 cups 0.49 cups 0.43 cups
100 grams 0.69 cups 0.66 cups 0.58 cups
150 grams 1.04 cups 0.99 cups 0.87 cups
200 grams 1.39 cups 1.31 cups 1.16 cups
250 grams 1.74 cups 1.64 cups 1.45 cups
500 grams 3.47 cups 3.29 cups 2.89 cups

Understanding the Units

What is a Gram?

A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.35 cups, based on sesame seeds having a density of 144g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Divide the grams by 144 (grams per cup) to get cups. For 50 grams: 50 ÷ 144 = 0.35 cups.
For the most accurate results, weigh sesame seeds on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 0.35 cups × 144g/cup = 50g. Or use the Cups to Grams converter.