Batch Scaling Around 4 oz Powdered / Confectioners' Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 56.7g (2 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 111.8 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 113.4g (4 oz) | ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 223.6 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 170.1g (6 oz) | 1 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + 1 tsp | 335.4 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 ¾ cups + 2 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 447.1 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 340.2g (12 oz) | 2 ¾ cups + 1 tbsp + 1 tsp | 670.7 mL |
Measuring 4 oz of Powdered / Confectioners' Sugar in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of powdered / confectioners' sugar weighs 120g when measured unsifted spooned, 4 Ounces (113.4g) translates to 0.94 US cups (¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp). By contrast, using the sifted measure (100g/cup — a 20g per-cup shift), 4 oz occupies 1 ⅛ cups (1.13 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp (15.12 tablespoons total) using unsifted spooned technique. Spoon gently into the measuring cup and level flat. If your recipe calls for sifted powdered sugar, measure after sifting (100g/cup) or weigh directly.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #169658 & Domino Confectioners 10-X specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 4 ounces (4 oz) of powdered / confectioners' sugar? ▾
4 ounces (113.4 grams) of powdered / confectioners' sugar (unsifted spooned, 120g per US cup) equals ¾ cup + 3 tbsp + ¼ tsp (0.94 US Customary Cups, 0.89 Metric 250 mL cups, or 15.12 tablespoons).
Why does powdered sugar contain cornstarch? ▾
Commercial confectioners sugar contains about 3% cornstarch as an anti-caking agent to prevent the microscopic particles from clumping.
Why do recipes specify sifted versus unsifted powdered sugar? ▾
Sifted powdered sugar traps significant air, dropping cup weight from 120g down to 100g—a 20% reduction in sweetness.