Batch Scaling Around 50g Granulated White Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 25g (0.88 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 50g (1.76 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 75g (2.65 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tsp | 88.7 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 100g (3.53 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 150g (5.29 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
Measuring 50g 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, 50 Grams (50g) translates to 0.25 US cups (¼ cup). By contrast, using the dip scooped measure (210g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 50g occupies ¼ cup (0.24 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ¼ cup (4 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 50 grams of granulated white sugar? ▾
50 grams of granulated white sugar (poured or spooned & leveled, 200g per US cup) equals ¼ cup (0.25 US Customary Cups, 0.24 Metric 250 mL cups, or 4 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.