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How many grams is a cup of molasses?
1 cup of molasses weighs 340 grams (11.99 oz), according to King Arthur Baking — Ingredient Weight Chart.
Molasses: cups to grams
| Amount | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 85 g | 3.0 oz |
| 1/3 cup | 113 g | 4.0 oz |
| 1/2 cup | 170 g | 6.0 oz |
| 2/3 cup | 227 g | 8.0 oz |
| 3/4 cup | 255 g | 9.0 oz |
| 1 cup | 340 g | 12.0 oz |
| 1 tablespoon | 21 g | 0.75 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 7.1 g | 0.25 oz |
US cup = 236.6 ml. Measured level.
FAQ
How many grams is 1/2 cup of molasses?
1/2 cup of molasses is about 170 grams, based on 340 g per US cup (King Arthur Baking — Ingredient Weight Chart).
How many grams is 1/4 cup of molasses?
1/4 cup of molasses is about 85 grams.
How many ounces is a cup of molasses?
A US cup of molasses weighs about 12.0 oz (340 g).
Why weigh instead of using cups?
Cups measure volume, so how you fill them changes how much you get. A kitchen scale gives the same amount every time, which is why bakers weigh.
Source: King Arthur Baking — Ingredient Weight Chart (340 g per US cup). Other amounts are calculated from that figure.