Batch Scaling Around 4 oz All-Purpose Flour
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 56.7g (2 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 111.8 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 113.4g (4 oz) | ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 223.6 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 170.1g (6 oz) | 1 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + 1 tsp | 335.4 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 ¾ cups + 2 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 447.1 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 340.2g (12 oz) | 2 ¾ cups + 1 tbsp + 1 tsp | 670.7 mL |
Measuring 4 oz of All-Purpose Flour in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of all-purpose flour weighs 120g when measured spooned & leveled, 4 Ounces (113.4g) translates to 0.94 US cups (¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp). By contrast, using the dip-and-sweep scooped measure (142g/cup — a 22g per-cup shift), 4 oz occupies ¾ cup + 2 ¼ tsp (0.80 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp (15.12 tablespoons total) using spooned & leveled technique. Fluff flour with a fork, spoon gently into the measuring cup until mounded, and sweep level with a straight knife. Never pack or tap the cup, which compresses flour up to 142g.
Source note: King Arthur standard (120g/cup spooned) & USDA FDC #169761
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 4 ounces (4 oz) of all-purpose flour? ▾
4 ounces (113.4 grams) of all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled, 120g per US cup) equals ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp (0.94 US Customary Cups, 0.89 Metric 250 mL cups, or 15.12 tablespoons).
Why does 1 cup of all-purpose flour vary from 120g to 145g? ▾
Dipping the cup straight into the bag compacts the tiny particles, packing up to 25% more flour than gently spooning and leveling.
Can I swap all-purpose flour for bread flour by weight? ▾
Yes, substitute 100g of bread flour for 100g of AP flour, but note bread flour absorbs slightly more water due to higher protein.