Dark Corn Syrup Cups to Grams Converter
One US cup of Dark Corn Syrup weighs 340 grams. Half a cup weighs 170g and a quarter cup weighs 85g. Pour into liquid measuring cup at eye level.
Dark Corn Syrup Cups to Grams Converter
Convert volumetric recipe cups of dark corn syrup into exact kitchen scale weight in grams.
Custom package weights override standard database densities for this session without altering official database records.
Cups of Dark Corn Syrup to Grams Conversion Table
Complete volume to weight chart converting recipe cups of dark corn syrup into grams across major international cup standards, fluid ounces, and tablespoons.
| Cup Portion | US Customary (g) | US Legal (g) | Metric Cup (g) | Imperial Cup (g) | Ounces (oz) | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 85g | 86g | 90g | 102g | 3.00 oz | 4.0 tbsp |
| ⅓ cup | 113g | 115g | 120g | 136g | 4.00 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| ½ cup | 170g | 172g | 180g | 204g | 6.00 oz | 8.0 tbsp |
| ⅔ cup | 227g | 230g | 240g | 272g | 8.00 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| ¾ cup | 255g | 259g | 269g | 306g | 8.99 oz | 12.0 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 340g | 345g | 359g | 408g | 11.99 oz | 16.0 tbsp |
| 1¼ cups | 425g | 431g | 449g | 510g | 14.99 oz | 20.0 tbsp |
| 1½ cups | 510g | 517g | 539g | 612g | 17.99 oz | 24.0 tbsp |
| 1¾ cups | 595g | 604g | 629g | 715g | 20.99 oz | 28.0 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 680g | 690g | 719g | 817g | 23.99 oz | 32.0 tbsp |
| 2½ cups | 850g | 862g | 898g | 1021g | 29.98 oz | 40.0 tbsp |
| 3 cups | 1020g | 1035g | 1078g | 1225g | 35.98 oz | 48.0 tbsp |
| 3½ cups | 1190g | 1207g | 1257g | 1429g | 41.98 oz | 56.0 tbsp |
| 4 cups | 1360g | 1380g | 1437g | 1633g | 47.97 oz | 64.0 tbsp |
Why Your Cup of Dark Corn Syrup Might Weigh Differently
Understanding key volumetric variables prevents measuring errors when converting recipes to scale weights in grams.
Compaction & Particle Headspace
Scooping dark corn syrup directly compresses air voids between granules, cramming up to 15 percent extra mass into the same cup volume.
Regional Cup Standard Variance
A US Customary cup holds 236.59ml (340g), a US Legal cup holds 240ml (345g), and a Metric cup holds 250ml (359g). Misidentifying cup capacity alters recipe scale mass by up to 6 percent.
Atmospheric Moisture & Settling
Granular particles of dark corn syrup absorb ambient humidity during storage, increasing bulk density and scale readout per cup portion.
Frequently Asked Questions: Cups of Dark Corn Syrup to Grams
Targeted answers for converting cup volumes of dark corn syrup into scale mass in grams.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of Dark Corn Syrup?
Half a US customary cup of Dark Corn Syrup weighs exactly 170 grams. In comparison, 1/2 Metric cup (125ml) weighs 180 grams, while 1/2 UK Imperial cup weighs 204 grams.
How many grams is 1/4 cup of Dark Corn Syrup?
One-quarter US customary cup of Dark Corn Syrup weighs 85 grams. This equals 4 US tablespoons or 4 fluid drams.
How do I convert cups of Dark Corn Syrup to grams for baking?
To convert cups of Dark Corn Syrup to grams, multiply the number of cups by 340. For example, 1.5 cups equals 510 grams, and 2 cups equals 680 grams on a kitchen scale.
Why does 1 cup of Dark Corn Syrup weigh differently depending on technique?
Volumetric measuring cups measure space rather than weight. Particle compaction and air pockets can alter Dark Corn Syrup cup weight by 5 to 15 percent.
How many grams is 1 Metric cup of Dark Corn Syrup versus a US cup?
One Metric cup (250ml) of Dark Corn Syrup weighs 359 grams, 1 US Legal cup (240ml) weighs 345 grams, and 1 US Customary cup (236.59ml) weighs 340 grams.
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Density data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Verified by the Grams to Cups Editorial Team on 2026-08-20.