1/2 cup of Powdered Sugar in Grams
1/2 cup of powdered sugar = 60 grams (based on 120 g per US cup).
Result
60 g
0.5 cups of powdered sugar · based on 120 g per cup
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 30 g |
| 1/3 cup | 40 g |
| 1/2 cup | 60 g |
| 2/3 cup | 80 g |
| 3/4 cup | 90 g |
| 1 cup | 120 g |
| 1 1/4 cup | 150 g |
| 1 1/2 cup | 180 g |
| 2 cup | 240 g |
| 3 cup | 360 g |
| 4 cup | 480 g |
FAQ
How many grams is 1/2 cup of powdered sugar?
1/2 cup of powdered sugar is about 60 grams, based on a standard weight of 120 grams per US cup.
Why do gram weights for powdered sugar vary between recipes?
Volume measurements depend on how the ingredient is packed. Spooned-and-leveled powdered sugar weighs less than scooped. Our values use standard baking averages, so brands and techniques may differ by a few percent.
Is it better to measure powdered sugar by weight or volume?
Weight. A kitchen scale removes packing errors entirely, which is why professional recipes list grams. Use this table to convert older volume-based recipes.
Common powdered sugar amounts, cups to grams
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