Batch Scaling Around ⅔ US Cup Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 66.7g (2.35 oz) | ⅓ cup | 78.9 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 133.3g (4.7 oz) | ⅔ cup | 157.7 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 200g (7.05 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 266.7g (9.41 oz) | 1 ⅓ cups | 315.5 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 400g (14.11 oz) | 2 cups | 473.2 mL |
Measuring ⅔ US Cup of Granulated White Sugar in the Kitchen
Measured poured or spooned & leveled at a verified bulk density of 200g per US cup, ⅔ US cup of granulated white sugar weighs 133.3 grams (4.7 ounces). Measured using the dip scooped method (210g/cup), that same ⅔ cup holds 140g — a 6.7g difference in your mixing bowl.
Pour sugar directly into the measuring cup and level with a flat blade. Dry granulated sucrose crystals flow freely without trapping excessive air.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #169655 & Domino Sugar official specification (200g/cup)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is ⅔ cup of granulated white sugar? ▾
⅔ US Cup of granulated white sugar measured poured or spooned & leveled weighs 133.3 grams (4.7 ounces).
Why does granulated sugar weigh exactly 200 grams per cup? ▾
Pure sucrose crystals pack into a uniform bulk density of approximately 0.85 g/cm³, arriving reliably at 200g per US cup.
Does granulated sugar absorb moisture from the air? ▾
Yes, prolonged humidity causes surface dissolution and clumping; store in a dry, sealed airtight canister.