Baking Science7 min read| Published 2025-05-14

USDA FoodData Central Density Standards for Cooking & Baking Ingredients

"How our Grams to Cups database cross-references USDA Foundation Foods density specifications."

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Dr. Marcus Vance, Culinary ScientistVerified Culinary Specialist
Our ingredient density database is verified against USDA FoodData Central data and culinary laboratory tests.
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125 grams
grams
Calculated Volume
1.00 cups
approx 1.00 cups
1 Cup3/41/21/4
Tablespoons16.0 tbsp
Teaspoons48.0 tsp
Ounces4.41 oz
💡 Measuring Advice:USDA

Spoon into measuring cup and level off with a straight knife edge.