Brown Sugar Cup to Grams Converter

1 cup brown sugar = 220g packed, 1/2 cup = 110g, 1 1/2 cups = 330g. Convert brown sugar cups to grams instantly. Light & dark brown sugar measurements for perfect baking.

Sugar Weight Converter

⚠️ Important: Pack firmly! Should hold shape when turned out. Most recipes assume packed brown sugar (220g/cup).

Quick measurements (tap to convert):

🤎 Brown Sugar (Packed) Quick Reference:

¼ cup:55g
½ cup:110g
¾ cup:165g
1 cup:220g
1½ cups:330g
2 cups:440g

Common Gram Amounts:

50g:0.23 cups
100g:0.45 cups
150g:0.68 cups
200g:0.91 cups
250g:1.14 cups
500g:2.27 cups

💡 Pro Tips:

• Always pack brown sugar firmly unless specified otherwise
• Sift powdered sugar before measuring for accuracy
• Use the scoop & level method for granulated sugar
• Caster sugar can be made by processing granulated sugar

⭐ Most Searched Brown Sugar Conversions

1/2 cup
= 110 grams
(3.88 oz)
Most common in recipes
1 cup
= 220 grams
(7.76 oz)
Standard measurement
1 1/2 cups
= 330 grams
(11.64 oz)
For larger batches

Light vs Dark Brown Sugar - Same Weight!

Both light and dark brown sugar have exactly the same weight per cup:

🟫 Light Brown Sugar

  • • 1/2 cup = 110g (3.88 oz)
  • • 1 cup = 220g (7.76 oz)
  • • 1 1/2 cups = 330g (11.64 oz)

3.5% molasses content

🤎 Dark Brown Sugar

  • • 1/2 cup = 110g (3.88 oz)
  • • 1 cup = 220g (7.76 oz)
  • • 1 1/2 cups = 330g (11.64 oz)

6.5% molasses content

💡 The only difference is flavor intensity - dark has more molasses taste!

Complete Brown Sugar Conversion Chart

Cups Grams (Packed) Grams (Loose) Ounces
1/8 cup (2 tbsp) 28g 18g 0.99 oz
1/4 cup 55g 36g 1.94 oz
1/3 cup 73g 48g 2.58 oz
1/2 cup 110g 73g 3.88 oz
2/3 cup 147g 97g 5.19 oz
3/4 cup 165g 109g 5.82 oz
1 cup 220g 145g 7.76 oz
1 1/4 cups 275g 181g 9.70 oz
1 1/3 cups 293g 193g 10.34 oz
1 1/2 cups 330g 218g 11.64 oz
2 cups 440g 290g 15.52 oz

Note: Most modern recipes assume packed brown sugar unless specified otherwise. For tablespoon measurements, check our tablespoon converter.

Grams to Cups Brown Sugar

Common gram measurements converted to cups:

  • • 50g brown sugar ≈ 1/4 cup (minus 1 tsp)
  • • 100g brown sugar ≈ scant 1/2 cup
  • • 150g brown sugar ≈ 2/3 cup + 1 tsp
  • • 200g brown sugar ≈ 7/8 cup (or 1 cup minus 2 tbsp)
  • • 250g brown sugar ≈ 1 cup + 2 tbsp
  • • 500g brown sugar ≈ 2 1/4 cups

💡 For precise reverse conversion, use our interactive calculator above!

Quick Notation Reference: In recipes, "1c" = 1 cup = 220g packed brown sugar | "1/2c" = 1/2 cup = 110g | "1 1/2c" = 1 1/2 cups = 330g

Mixed Number Measurements Explained

Many recipes use mixed numbers like "1 1/2 cups". Here's what they mean:

1 1/4 cups = 1.25 cups = 275g
1 1/3 cups = 1.33 cups = 293g
1 1/2 cups = 1.5 cups = 330g
1 3/4 cups = 1.75 cups = 385g
2 1/4 cups = 2.25 cups = 495g
2 1/2 cups = 2.5 cups = 550g

Perfect for scaling recipes! The 1 1/2 cup measurement (330g) is commonly used in carrot cake recipes.

📏 Doubling Your Recipe?

2 cups brown sugar = 440g (15.52 oz) packed

This measurement has seen 900% growth in searches - perfect for holiday baking!

How to Measure Brown Sugar Correctly

For Packed Brown Sugar (Most Common):

  1. Spoon brown sugar into measuring cup
  2. Press down firmly with the back of a spoon
  3. Add more and press again until full
  4. Level off with a straight edge
  5. Test: Properly packed sugar holds its shape when turned out

Remember: The difference between packed and loose can be 75g per cup! This technique differs from measuring flour, which should be spooned and leveled, never packed.

Make Your Own Brown Sugar

No brown sugar? Make it instantly:

  • • For 1 cup (220g): Mix 200g white sugar + 1 tablespoon molasses
  • • For 1/2 cup (110g): Mix 100g white sugar + 1.5 teaspoons molasses
  • • For 1/4 cup (55g): Mix 50g white sugar + 3/4 teaspoon molasses

This substitution works perfectly in recipes like banana bread, which typically calls for 1/2 cup (110g) of brown sugar.

Common Recipe Measurements

Popular Recipes Using Brown Sugar:

  • • Chocolate Chip Cookies: 3/4 cup (165g / 5.82 oz)
  • • Banana Bread: 1/2 cup (110g / 3.88 oz)
  • • Cinnamon Rolls: 1 cup (220g / 7.76 oz)
  • • Oatmeal Cookies: 1 cup (220g / 7.76 oz)
  • • Carrot Cake: 1 1/2 cups (330g / 11.64 oz)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams in 1 cup brown sugar?

1 cup of packed brown sugar = 220 grams. If loosely packed = 145 grams. Most recipes assume packed unless specified.

How much does 1/2 cup brown sugar weigh in grams?

1/2 cup of packed brown sugar weighs exactly 110 grams. This is one of the most common measurements in baking recipes.

What is 1 1/2 cups brown sugar in grams?

1 1/2 cups (one and a half cups) of packed brown sugar equals 330 grams or 11.64 ounces.

How many grams is 1/2 cup brown sugar packed?

1/2 cup of packed brown sugar equals 110 grams. Always pack brown sugar firmly unless the recipe specifies 'loosely packed'.

What's the difference between light and dark brown sugar in grams?

No difference in weight! Both light and dark brown sugar weigh 220g per packed cup. The only difference is molasses content (3.5% vs 6.5%).

Can I convert 100 grams brown sugar to cups?

Yes! 100 grams of brown sugar equals approximately 0.45 cups or just under 1/2 cup. Use our calculator above for precise conversions.

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