🔄 Reverse Volume Conversion
Cups of Active Dry Yeast to Grams Converter
Standard Bulk Density150g / US Legal Cup
1 US cup of active dry yeast weighs 150 grams (1 packet ≈ 7g). Use this tool to calculate exact gram weights for cup quantities specified in US, Metric, or UK baking recipes. Reference source: USDA FoodData Central.
Interactive Active Dry Yeast Cup Calculator
Required Weight in Grams
150 grams
(approx 5.29 oz)Active Dry Yeast Cups to Grams Conversion Table (1/8 Cup to 3 Cups)
Exact gram weights for common baking cup volumes calculated across US Legal (240 ml), US Customary (236.59 ml), and Metric (250 ml) cup standards.
| Cup Volume | US Legal Cup (240 ml) | US Customary (236.59 ml) | Metric Cup (250 ml) | Weight in Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 19 g | 18 g | 20 g | 0.66 oz |
| 1/4 cup | 38 g | 37 g | 39 g | 1.32 oz |
| 1/3 cup | 50 g | 49 g | 52 g | 1.76 oz |
| 1/2 cup | 75 g | 74 g | 78 g | 2.65 oz |
| 2/3 cup | 100 g | 99 g | 104 g | 3.53 oz |
| 3/4 cup | 113 g | 111 g | 117 g | 3.97 oz |
| 1 cup | 150 g | 148 g | 156 g | 5.29 oz |
| 1 1/4 cups | 188 g | 185 g | 195 g | 6.61 oz |
| 1 1/2 cups | 225 g | 222 g | 234 g | 7.94 oz |
| 1 3/4 cups | 263 g | 259 g | 273 g | 9.26 oz |
| 2 cups | 300 g | 296 g | 312 g | 10.58 oz |
| 2 1/2 cups | 375 g | 370 g | 390 g | 13.23 oz |
| 3 cups | 450 g | 444 g | 468 g | 15.87 oz |
🔬 Why Weight Accuracy Matters for Active Dry Yeast
Dehydrated granular yeast cells that must be proofed in warm liquid before use.
💡 Best Measuring Technique
- 1 standard yeast packet = 2¼ tsp = 7g. Always proof in warm water (105-115°F).
Frequently Asked Questions: Active Dry Yeast Cups to Grams
How many grams is 1 cup of Active Dry Yeast?
1 US Legal Cup (240 ml) of active dry yeast weighs 150 grams. 1 US Customary Cup (236.59 ml) weighs approx 148 grams, and 1 Metric Cup (250 ml) weighs 156 grams.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of Active Dry Yeast?
1/2 US Legal Cup of active dry yeast weighs 75 grams.
How do I convert cups of Active Dry Yeast to grams on a scale?
Multiply the number of cups in your recipe by 150g. For example, 1.5 cups × 150g = 225 grams.