Batch Scaling Around ⅔ US Cup Cooked White Rice
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 52.7g (1.86 oz) | ⅓ cup | 78.9 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 105.3g (3.72 oz) | ⅔ cup | 157.7 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 158g (5.57 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 210.7g (7.43 oz) | 1 ⅓ cups | 315.5 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 316g (11.15 oz) | 2 cups | 473.2 mL |
Measuring ⅔ US Cup of Cooked White Rice in the Kitchen
Measured gently spooned at a verified bulk density of 158g per US cup, ⅔ US cup of cooked white rice weighs 105.3 grams (3.72 ounces).
Fluff cooked rice gently with a fork and spoon into the measuring cup without compressing. Pressing cooked rice squeezes out air and compacts moisture, skewing cup weight from 158 grams upward past 185 grams.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 168878; USA Rice Federation Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is ⅔ cup of cooked white rice? ▾
⅔ US Cup of cooked white rice measured Gently spooned weighs 105.3 grams (3.72 ounces).
Why does cooked rice weigh less per cup than dry rice? ▾
Cooked grains swell to nearly triple their raw volume with water, meaning far fewer individual grains occupy the volume of a cup.
Is chilled day-old rice lighter than freshly steamed rice? ▾
Chilled rice grains firm up through starch retrogradation and separate easily, spooning slightly lighter (150–155g) than warm, moist rice.