Sugars vary in weight by type, so a cup of one is not a cup of another. This chart gives gram weights for the sugars and liquid sweeteners you bake with most.
| Sweetener | 1 cup (g) | 1 tbsp (g) |
|---|---|---|
| Granulated (white) | 200 | 13 |
| Brown sugar (packed) | 220 | 14 |
| Powdered (confectioners) | 120 | 8 |
| Caster (superfine) | 225 | 14 |
| Raw / turbinado | 200 | 13 |
| Honey | 340 | 21 |
| Maple syrup | 322 | 20 |
Swapping sugars: white and brown sugar trade 1:1 by volume (brown adds moisture and molasses flavor). Replacing sugar with honey means using about 3/4 the amount and reducing other liquid.
FAQ
Can I substitute granulated sugar for brown sugar using the same weight? You can substitute by weight, but brown sugar’s molasses content adds moisture and a slightly different flavor, so texture and taste will shift somewhat, especially in recipes like cookies where brown sugar’s moisture affects chewiness.
Convert any amount in the cooking calculators, and see the Grams to Cups Chart.