Quick Answer: 100 grams equals 0.80 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.50 cups of granulated sugar, 0.44 cups of butter, or 0.42 cups of water. The conversion varies because different ingredients have different densities. Use our converter above for precise measurements.
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๐ก Pro Tip: 100 grams is a European standard measurement (1/10 of a kilogram). Many European recipes use 100g increments for easy scaling.
European recipes often use 100g multiples. Here's a quick scaling guide:
| Amount | Flour (cups) | Sugar (cups) | Butter (cups) | Butter (sticks) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100g | 0.80 | 0.50 | 0.44 | 0.88 |
| 200g | 1.60 | 1.00 | 0.88 | 1.76 |
| 250g | 2.00 | 1.25 | 1.10 | 2.20 |
| 500g | 4.00 | 2.50 | 2.20 | 4.40 |
Weight vs Volume Ounces
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Tablespoon Conversions
For small amounts, tablespoons might be easier:
- 100g flour 12.8 tbsp (โ 13 tbsp)
- 100g sugar 8 tbsp (exactly 1/2 cup)
- 100g butter 7 tbsp
- 100g cocoa powder 13.5 tbsp
Problem: Cookies spread too thin
Likely cause: Confused 100g flour (0.8 cups) with 1 full cup
Fix: 100g flour is LESS than 1 cup. Use exactly 0.8 cups or weigh it.
Problem: Frosting won't set
Likely cause: Used granulated sugar conversion for powdered sugar
Fix: 100g powdered sugar = 0.83 cups (NOT 0.5 cups like granulated)
Problem: Bread too dense
Likely cause: Used all-purpose flour density for bread flour
Fix: 100g bread flour = 0.77 cups (denser than all-purpose)
| Ingredient | 100g = Cups | 100g = Ounces | 100g = Tbsp | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 0.80 | 3.53 | 12.8 | Most common |
| Bread Flour | 0.77 | 3.53 | 12.3 | Denser |
| Cake Flour | 0.88 | 3.53 | 14.0 | Lighter |
| Granulated Sugar | 0.50 | 3.53 | 8.0 | Exactly 1/2 cup |
| Brown Sugar (packed) | 0.45 | 3.53 | 7.3 | Must pack |
| Powdered Sugar | 0.83 | 3.53 | 13.3 | Very light |
| Butter | 0.44 | 3.53 | 7.0 | 0.88 sticks |
| Cocoa Powder | 0.85 | 3.53 | 13.5 | Unsweetened |
| Chocolate Chips | 0.59 | 3.53 | 9.4 | Semi-sweet |
| Honey | 0.29 | 3.53 | 4.7 | Very dense |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 100 grams?
100 grams equals different cup amounts depending on the ingredient: flour = 0.80 cups, sugar = 0.50 cups, butter = 0.44 cups, water = 0.42 cups. The variation is due to different ingredient densities.
Is 100g the same as 100ml?
Only for water! 100g of water = 100ml. For other ingredients, it varies: 100g flour โ 190ml, 100g sugar โ 118ml, 100g butter โ 110ml. Weight (grams) and volume (ml) are different measurements.
How do I measure 100 grams without a scale?
Use measuring cups: 100g flour = slightly less than 1 cup (remove 3 tablespoons), 100g sugar = exactly 1/2 cup, 100g butter = 7 tablespoons. For accuracy, a kitchen scale is recommended.
Why do European recipes use 100g measurements?
100g is convenient in the metric system as it's exactly 1/10 of a kilogram. It makes scaling recipes easy - just multiply by 2 for 200g, by 5 for 500g, etc. It's more precise than volume measurements.
What's the difference between 100g and 100gm?
No difference! Both "100g" and "100gm" mean 100 grams. "g" is the standard abbreviation, while "gm" is an alternative abbreviation sometimes used in recipes. Our converter recognizes both.
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