Batch Scaling Around 25g Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 12.5g (0.44 oz) | 1 tbsp | 14.8 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 25g (0.88 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 37.5g (1.32 oz) | 3 tbsp | 44.4 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 50g (1.76 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 75g (2.65 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tsp | 88.7 mL |
Measuring 25g of Granulated White Sugar in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of granulated white sugar weighs 200g when measured poured or spooned & leveled, 25 Grams (25g) translates to 0.13 US cups (⅛ cup). By contrast, using the dip scooped measure (210g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 25g occupies ⅛ cup (0.12 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ⅛ cup (2 tablespoons total) using poured or spooned & leveled technique. 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 cups is 25 grams of granulated white sugar? ▾
25 grams of granulated white sugar (poured or spooned & leveled, 200g per US cup) equals ⅛ cup (0.13 US Customary Cups, 0.12 Metric 250 mL cups, or 2 tablespoons).
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.