Batch Scaling Around 2 US Cups Cooked White Rice
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 158g (5.57 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 316g (11.15 oz) | 2 cups | 473.2 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 474g (16.72 oz) | 3 cups | 709.8 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 632g (22.29 oz) | 4 cups | 946.4 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 948g (33.44 oz) | 6 cups | 1419.5 mL |
Measuring 2 US Cups of Cooked White Rice in the Kitchen
Measured gently spooned at a verified bulk density of 158g per US cup, 2 US cups of cooked white rice weighs 316 grams (11.15 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 2 cups of cooked white rice? ▾
2 US Cups of cooked white rice measured Gently spooned weighs 316 grams (11.15 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.