Ground Cinnamon — Grams ↔ Cups Converter
1 US Customary cup (236.6 mL) of ground cinnamon weighs 125 grams (4.41 ounces or 7.8g per tablespoon) when measured dip and sweep; 1 Metric cup (250 mL) weighs 132.1g and 100g equals ¾ cup + 2 ½ tsp for accurate kitchen baking.
Kitchen note: 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of ground cinnamon (dip and sweep) weighs 125g, while 1 International Metric Cup (250 mL) weighs 132g.
Cinnamon: Cups & Spoons to Grams
Based on 125g per 236.6 mL US cup (Dip and sweep).
| Volume | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Teaspoon (tsp) | 2.6 g | 0.09 oz |
| 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) | 7.8 g | 0.28 oz |
| ⅛ US Cup (2 tbsp) | 15.6 g | 0.55 oz |
| ¼ US Cup (4 tbsp) | 31.3 g | 1.1 oz |
| ⅓ US Cup | 41.7 g | 1.47 oz |
| ½ US Cup (8 tbsp) | 62.5 g | 2.2 oz |
| ⅔ US Cup | 83.3 g | 2.94 oz |
| ¾ US Cup (12 tbsp) | 93.8 g | 3.31 oz |
| 1 US Cup (236.6 mL) | 125 g | 4.41 oz |
| 1 Metric Cup (250 mL) | 132.1 g | 4.66 oz |
| 1 ½ US Cups | 187.5 g | 6.61 oz |
| 2 US Cups | 250 g | 8.82 oz |
| 3 US Cups | 375 g | 13.23 oz |
| 4 US Cups (1 Quart) | 500 g | 17.64 oz |
Cinnamon: Grams to US Cups
Nearest practical baker cup & spoon breakdown.
| Weight | Kitchen Measure | Decimal |
|---|---|---|
| 10 g | 1 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 0.08 c |
| 25 g | 3 tbsp + ½ tsp | 0.20 c |
| 50 g | ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 0.40 c |
| 75 g | ½ cup + 1 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 0.60 c |
| 100 g | ¾ cup + 2 ½ tsp | 0.80 c |
| 125 g | 1 cup | 1.00 c |
| 150 g | 1 cup + 3 tbsp + ½ tsp | 1.20 c |
| 200 g | 1 ½ cups + 1 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 1.60 c |
| 250 g | 2 cups | 2.00 c |
| 300 g | 2 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 2.40 c |
| 400 g | 3 cups + 3 tbsp + ½ tsp | 3.20 c |
| 500 g | 4 cups | 4.00 c |
| 750 g | 6 cups | 6.00 c |
| 1000 g | 8 cups | 8.00 c |
How to Measure Ground Cinnamon Accurately
Scoop ground cinnamon bark into the measuring spoon or cup and strike flat. The finely pulverized bark settles firmly, weighing 125 grams per cup (7.8 grams per level tablespoon, 2.6 grams per teaspoon).
Data reference: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 171320; American Spice Trade Association
Common Culinary Uses
- Cinnamon rolls and morning buns
- Apple pie spice blend
- Snickerdoodle cookie coating
- Chai tea blends
Weight-Aware Substitutions
- Ground allspice or pumpkin pie spice at 1:1 weight in sweet baked goods.
- Ground cardamom at 0.5x weight due to intense floral potency.
Ground Cinnamon Measuring FAQs
What is the difference between Cassia and Ceylon cinnamon? ▾
Cassia is darker, spicier, and high in coumarin (the standard grocery cinnamon), whereas Ceylon (true cinnamon) is tan, delicately floral, and low in coumarin.
Does cinnamon inhibit yeast fermentation? ▾
Yes, cinnamon contains essential cinnamaldehyde oils that have natural antimicrobial properties; always incorporate cinnamon into fillings rather than kneaded directly into yeast dough.