Brown Sugar (Packed) — Cups to Grams & Grams to Cups Converter
Convert sugar (brown) between grams, cups, and spoons — 1 US cup = 220 g (7.76 oz) · 1 Metric cup = 232.5 g.
Brown Sugar (Packed) Weight ↔ Volume Calculator
Convert grams ↔ US cups (236.59 mL), Metric cups (250 mL), tbsp, tsp, mL, and oz
Instant Equivalents for 1 US cup of Sugar (Brown)
Brown Sugar (Packed) — Cups, Tablespoons & Teaspoons to Grams Chart (US & Metric Cups)
Calculated using published density 0.9299 g/mL (USDA FoodData Central). Includes side-by-side weights for both US Customary Cups (236.59 mL) and Metric Cups (250 mL). Values vary by brand, humidity and how you pack the cup.
| Volume Measure | US Volume (mL) | US Cup Grams (USDA Packed (220 g/cup)) | Ounces (oz wt) | Metric Cup (250 mL) Grams | Alt US Grams (King Arthur (213 g/cup)) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Teaspoon (1 tsp) | 4.929 mL | 4.583 g | 0.1617 oz | 4.649 g (metric) | 4.438 g |
| 1 Tablespoon (1 tbsp) | 14.79 mL | 13.75 g | 0.485 oz | 13.95 g (metric) | 13.31 g |
| 2 Tablespoons (1/8 cup) | 29.57 mL | 27.5 g | 0.97 oz | 29.06 g | 26.63 g |
| 1/4 Cup (4 US tbsp) | 59.15 mL | 55 g | 1.94 oz | 58.12 g | 53.25 g |
| 1/3 Cup (5 tbsp + 1 tsp) | 78.86 mL | 73.33 g | 2.587 oz | 77.49 g | 71 g |
| 1/2 Cup (8 US tbsp) | 118.29 mL | 110 g | 3.88 oz | 116.24 g | 106.5 g |
| 2/3 Cup | 157.73 mL | 146.67 g | 5.174 oz | 154.98 g | 142 g |
| 3/4 Cup (12 US tbsp) | 177.44 mL | 165 g | 5.82 oz | 174.36 g | 159.75 g |
| 1 Cup (16 US tbsp / 8 fl oz) | 236.59 mL | 220 g | 7.76 oz | 232.47 g | 213 g |
| 1 ½ Cups | 354.88 mL | 330.01 g | 11.64 oz | 348.71 g | 319.5 g |
| 2 Cups (1 US Pint) | 473.18 mL | 440.01 g | 15.52 oz | 464.95 g | 426 g |
| 3 Cups | 709.76 mL | 660.01 g | 23.28 oz | 697.42 g | 639 g |
| 4 Cups (1 US Quart / 1 Liter Metric) | 946.35 mL | 880.01 g | 31.04 oz | 929.9 g | 852 g |
Brown Sugar (Packed) — Grams to US Cups, Metric Cups, Tbsp, Tsp & Ounces Chart
Quick lookup for converting metric recipe weights in grams into US Customary cups (236.59 mL), Metric cups (250 mL), tablespoons, teaspoons, milliliters, and weight ounces at ρ = 0.9299 g/mL.
| Weight (Grams) | US Cups (236.6 mL) | Metric Cups (250 mL) | Tablespoons (tbsp) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Milliliters (mL) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 g | 0.0455 US cups | 0.043 metric cups | 0.7273 tbsp | 2.182 tsp | 10.75 mL | 0.3527 oz |
| 25 g | 0.1136 US cups | 0.1075 metric cups | 1.818 tbsp | 5.454 tsp | 26.88 mL | 0.8818 oz |
| 50 g | 0.2273 US cups | 0.2151 metric cups | 3.636 tbsp | 10.91 tsp | 53.77 mL | 1.764 oz |
| 75 g | 0.3409 US cups | 0.3226 metric cups | 5.454 tbsp | 16.36 tsp | 80.65 mL | 2.646 oz |
| 100 g | 0.4545 US cups | 0.4302 metric cups | 7.273 tbsp | 21.82 tsp | 107.54 mL | 3.527 oz |
| 125 g | 0.5682 US cups | 0.5377 metric cups | 9.091 tbsp | 27.27 tsp | 134.42 mL | 4.409 oz |
| 150 g | 0.6818 US cups | 0.6452 metric cups | 10.91 tbsp | 32.73 tsp | 161.31 mL | 5.291 oz |
| 200 g | 0.9091 US cups | 0.8603 metric cups | 14.55 tbsp | 43.64 tsp | 215.08 mL | 7.055 oz |
| 250 g | 1.136 US cups | 1.075 metric cups | 18.18 tbsp | 54.54 tsp | 268.85 mL | 8.818 oz |
| 500 g | 2.273 US cups | 2.151 metric cups | 36.36 tbsp | 109.09 tsp | 537.69 mL | 17.64 oz |
| 1000 g | 4.545 US cups | 4.302 metric cups | 72.73 tbsp | 218.18 tsp | 1,075.38 mL | 35.27 oz |
How to Pack and Measure Brown Sugar Correctly
Brown sugar consists of sucrose crystals coated in cane molasses (about 3.5% molasses for light brown sugar and 6.5% for dark brown sugar). Because the thin film of molasses causes the crystals to cling together and trap large air pockets when loose, almost all baking recipes specify 'packed brown sugar'.
According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 168833), 1 US Customary cup (236.59 mL) of firmly packed brown sugar weighs 220 grams (7.76 oz), with a bulk density of 0.9299 g/mL. King Arthur Baking uses a slightly lighter pack of 213 grams (7.5 oz) per US cup. In a 250 mL Metric cup, packed brown sugar weighs 232.5 grams.
Step-by-Step Kitchen Measuring Technique
Unlike flour, brown sugar must be pressed into the dry measuring cup to eliminate air voids created by the sticky molasses coating.
- Ensure the brown sugar is soft and moist: If your brown sugar has hardened into blocks, soften it first so it compresses evenly.
- Scoop and press firmly in layers: Spoon brown sugar into a dry measuring cup and press down with the back of a spoon or your knuckles until the air pockets collapse.
- Level the rim and test the hold: Fill to the top, press level with the rim, and invert into your mixing bowl—properly packed brown sugar should hold the shape of the cup like wet sand.
Culinary & Baking Notes for Brown Sugar (Packed)
- Light vs. dark brown sugar weight: Light and dark brown sugar have virtually identical packed weights (213–220 g per US cup), though dark brown sugar adds deeper caramel flavor and slightly more acidity.
- Why weighing beats packing: Every baker presses brown sugar with a different amount of force (ranging from 195 g to 245 g per cup). Weighing on a digital scale eliminates packing guesswork.
- Homemade substitute: If you run out of brown sugar, combine 1 US cup (200 g) of white granulated sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons (20–40 g) of unsulfured molasses.
US Cup vs. Metric Cup vs. UK Cup Weight for Brown Sugar (Packed)
If you are adapting an international recipe, remember that cup sizes vary by country. Here is how much 1 cup of brown sugar (packed) weighs across all four global cup standards (at ρ = 0.9299 g/mL):
Step-by-Step Conversion Examples for Brown Sugar (Packed)
Convert 1/2 US Cup of Packed Brown Sugar to Grams
A chocolate chip cookie recipe requires 1/2 US cup of packed dark brown sugar.
Convert 1 Metric Cup (250 mL) of Brown Sugar to Grams
A Commonwealth sticky toffee pudding recipe calls for 1 Metric cup (250 mL) of packed brown sugar.
Convert 150 Grams of Brown Sugar to US Cups
You have 150 g of light brown sugar and want to know the packed US cup equivalent.
Published Density References & Citations for Brown Sugar (Packed)
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central: Sugars, brown (FDC ID 168833, SR Legacy) — 1 cup packed = 220 g (unpacked = 145 g).
King Arthur Baking Company Ingredient Weight Chart: Light or Dark Brown Sugar (packed) — 1 US cup = 213 g (7.5 oz).
Frequently Asked Questions About Brown Sugar (Packed) Conversions
How many grams are in 1 cup of packed brown sugar?
1 US Customary cup (236.59 mL) of packed light or dark brown sugar weighs 220 grams (7.76 oz) according to USDA FoodData Central, or 213 grams (7.5 oz) according to King Arthur Baking. In a 250 mL Metric cup, 1 packed cup weighs 232.5 grams.
How much does 1 cup of unpacked brown sugar weigh?
According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 168833), 1 US cup of loose, unpacked brown sugar weighs approximately 145 grams—about 75 grams less than a packed cup.
Do light and dark brown sugar weigh the same per cup?
Yes, both light and dark refined cane brown sugars use the same 213–220 g per packed US cup reference in professional test kitchens. Muscovado sugar is slightly moister and heavier (~225–235 g/cup).
How many tablespoons are in 100 grams of brown sugar?
At 13.75 grams per packed US tablespoon, 100 grams of brown sugar equals approximately 7.27 packed tablespoons (Just under 1/2 cup).