Batch Scaling Around 4 oz Caster / Superfine Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 56.7g (2 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 113.4g (4 oz) | ½ cup | 119.2 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 170.1g (6 oz) | ¾ cup | 178.9 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 cup | 238.5 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 340.2g (12 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 357.7 mL |
Measuring 4 oz of Caster / Superfine Sugar in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of caster / superfine sugar weighs 225g when measured poured & leveled, 4 Ounces (113.4g) translates to 0.50 US cups (½ cup). By contrast, using the spooned into cup measure (215g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 4 oz occupies ½ cup + 1 ¼ tsp (0.53 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup (8.06 tablespoons total) using poured & leveled technique. 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 cups is 4 ounces (4 oz) of caster / superfine sugar? ▾
4 ounces (113.4 grams) of caster / superfine sugar (poured & leveled, 225g per US cup) equals ½ cup (0.50 US Customary Cups, 0.48 Metric 250 mL cups, or 8.06 tablespoons).
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.