Batch Scaling Around 400g Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 200g (7.05 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 400g (14.11 oz) | 2 cups | 473.2 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 600g (21.16 oz) | 3 cups | 709.8 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 800g (28.22 oz) | 4 cups | 946.4 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1200g (42.33 oz) | 6 cups | 1419.5 mL |
Measuring 400g 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, 400 Grams (400g) translates to 2.00 US cups (2 cups). By contrast, using the dip scooped measure (210g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 400g occupies 1 ¾ cups + 2 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp (1.90 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure 2 cups (32 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 400 grams of granulated white sugar? ▾
400 grams of granulated white sugar (poured or spooned & leveled, 200g per US cup) equals 2 cups (2.00 US Customary Cups, 1.89 Metric 250 mL cups, or 32 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.