How Much Is 24 Ounces of Powdered Sugar in Cups?
Converting 24 ounces of powdered sugar to cups gives 5.67 cups. First convert to grams (24 oz = 680.39g), then divide by the density of powdered sugar (120g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 24 ounces of powdered sugar
- Convert ounces to grams: 24 × 28.35 = 680.39g
- 1 cup of powdered sugar = 120g
- 680.39g ÷ 120g/cup = 5.67 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Powdered sugar settles significantly during storage. Sifted powdered sugar weighs about 100g per cup compared to 120g unsifted - check whether your recipe means sifted or unsifted.
Powdered Sugar at Different Amounts
How powdered sugar scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (24 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Powdered Sugar
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.24 cups | 0.22 cups | 0.20 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.47 cups | 0.45 cups | 0.39 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.71 cups | 0.67 cups | 0.59 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.94 cups | 0.89 cups | 0.79 cups |
| 5 ounces | 1.18 cups | 1.12 cups | 0.98 cups |
| 6 ounces | 1.42 cups | 1.34 cups | 1.18 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.89 cups | 1.79 cups | 1.57 cups |
| 10 ounces | 2.36 cups | 2.24 cups | 1.97 cups |
| 12 ounces | 2.83 cups | 2.68 cups | 2.36 cups |
| 16 ounces | 3.78 cups | 3.58 cups | 3.15 cups |
| 24 ounces | 5.67 cups | 5.37 cups | 4.72 cups |
Understanding the Units
What is an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.
What is a Cup?
There are three cup standards used worldwide. The US cup (236.588 ml) is used in American recipes. The metric cup (250 ml) is standard in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of Asia. The imperial cup (284.131 ml) appears in older British and Canadian recipes. A metric cup holds about 5.7% more than a US cup, while an imperial cup holds about 20% more. Using the wrong standard can noticeably affect a recipe.