How Much Is 21.16 Ounces of Granulated Sugar in Cups?
21.16 ounces of granulated sugar equals 3.00 cups. That's 599.88g, and Granulated sugar has a density of 200g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 21.16 ounces of granulated sugar
- Convert ounces to grams: 21.16 × 28.35 = 599.88g
- 1 cup of granulated sugar = 200g
- 599.88g ÷ 200g/cup = 3.00 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Granulated sugar weighs 200g per cup. Different sugar types have different densities, so always use the specific type your recipe calls for.
Granulated Sugar at Different Amounts
How granulated sugar scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (21.16 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Granulated Sugar
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.14 cups | 0.13 cups | 0.12 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.28 cups | 0.27 cups | 0.24 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.43 cups | 0.40 cups | 0.35 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.57 cups | 0.54 cups | 0.47 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.71 cups | 0.67 cups | 0.59 cups |
| 6 ounces | 0.85 cups | 0.80 cups | 0.71 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.13 cups | 1.07 cups | 0.94 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.42 cups | 1.34 cups | 1.18 cups |
| 12 ounces | 1.70 cups | 1.61 cups | 1.42 cups |
| 16 ounces | 2.27 cups | 2.15 cups | 1.89 cups |
| 21.16 ounces | 3.00 cups | 2.84 cups | 2.50 cups |
Understanding the Units
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.
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.