Batch Scaling Around 1 Tablespoon Caster / Superfine Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 7g (0.25 oz) | 1 ½ tsp | 7.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 14.1g (0.5 oz) | 1 tbsp | 14.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 21.1g (0.74 oz) | 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 22.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 28.1g (0.99 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 42.2g (1.49 oz) | 3 tbsp | 44.4 mL |
Measuring 1 Tablespoon of Caster / Superfine Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured & leveled at a verified bulk density of 225g per US cup, 1 tablespoon of caster / superfine sugar weighs 14.1 grams (0.5 ounces). Measured using the spooned into cup method (215g/cup), that same 1 tbsp holds 13.4g — a 0.6g difference in your mixing bowl.
Pour and level flat. Because the micro-granules pack closer together than regular granulated sugar, 1 cup weighs a dense 225 grams.
Source note: British Baker standard (225g/cup) & Domino Superfine specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tbsp of caster / superfine sugar? ▾
1 Tablespoon of caster / superfine sugar measured poured & leveled weighs 14.1 grams (0.5 ounces).
Why do British and Australian recipes call for caster sugar? ▾
Caster sugar dissolves almost immediately into egg whites and butter, preventing gritty meringues and dry cake crumbs.
Why does a cup of caster sugar weigh 225g while granulated weighs 200g? ▾
Smaller crystal size means tighter packing with significantly less empty airspace between granules.