Top 7 Gram-to-Cup Conversion Mistakes Bakers Make (And How to Fix Them)
"Avoid using a single conversion factor for all ingredients, mixing liquid and dry measuring cups, and ignoring sifting."
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Chef Sarah Jenkins, Master BakerVerified Culinary Specialist
The #1 mistake is assuming 1 cup = 240 grams for everything. 1 cup of flour is 125g, while 1 cup of sugar is 200g!
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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.