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How Much Is 1 Pint of Molasses in Grams?

1 pint of molasses equals 680.00 g. Molasses has a density of 340g per cup (680g per pint), which means it's relatively heavy compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 pint of all-purpose flour would be 250.32 g.

1 pint of molasses
=
680.00g
Result using all pint standards info
680.00 g (US) 816.65 g (UK Pint)
1 pint of molasses is also
680.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

pints × 680g/pt = grams
  1. Start with 1 pint of molasses
  2. 1 pint of molasses = 680g
  3. 1 × 680 = 680g

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

Mental Math Shortcut

For 1 pint of molasses, just remember: 680g. Double it for 2 pints (1,360g), halve it for a half pint (340g).

Measuring Tip

Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.

Molasses at Different Amounts

How molasses scales across common pints measurements. Your amount (1 pint) is highlighted.

0.5 pt340 g1 pt680 g1.5 pt1,020 g2 pt1,360 g3 pt2,040 g4 pt2,720 g

For reference, 1 pint of molasses (680g) is close in weight to a basketball (624g).

Other Amounts of Molasses

Pints US Grams UK Pint
0.5 pints 340.00 g 408.32 g
1 pint 680.00 g 816.65 g
1.5 pints 1,020.00 g 1,224.97 g
2 pints 1,360.00 g 1,633.29 g
3 pints 2,040.00 g 2,449.94 g
4 pints 2,720.00 g 3,266.59 g

Understanding the Units

What is a Pint?

The pint is one of the most confusing measurements across countries because the difference between US and UK versions is so large. Always check which country a recipe comes from before measuring in pints.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 680.00 g, based on molasses having a density of 340g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of pints by 680 (grams per pint for molasses). For 1 pint: 1 × 680 = 680.00 g.
Weighing molasses on a kitchen scale is strongly recommended. It is thick and sticky, so it clings to measuring vessels. If you must measure by volume, lightly oil the measuring cup first so it slides out cleanly.
Temperature has a minimal effect on most cooking liquids. The density of molasses changes slightly with temperature, but the difference is usually less than 1-2% between refrigerator and room temperature. This conversion assumes room temperature.
Reverse the conversion: 680.00 g ÷ 680 = 1 pint. Or use the Grams to Pints converter.