Batch Scaling Around 500g Unsweetened Applesauce
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 250g (8.82 oz) | 1 cup + 1 ¼ tsp | 242.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 500g (17.64 oz) | 2 cups + 2 ¼ tsp | 484.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 750g (26.46 oz) | 3 cups + 1 tbsp + ½ tsp | 727.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 1000g (35.27 oz) | 4 cups + 1 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 969.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1500g (52.91 oz) | 6 cups + 2 tbsp + 1 tsp | 1454.4 mL |
Measuring 500g of Unsweetened Applesauce in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of unsweetened applesauce weighs 244g when measured pour and level, 500 Grams (500g) translates to 2.05 US cups (2 cups + 2 ¼ tsp).
Without a kitchen scale, measure 2 cups + 2 ¼ tsp (32.79 tablespoons total) using pour and level technique. Pour or spoon smooth applesauce into the measuring cup and level. Applesauce contains about 88% water and dissolved fruit pectin, giving it a dense fluid weight of 244 grams per level cup.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 171694; Processed Apple Institute
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 500 grams of unsweetened applesauce? ▾
500 grams of unsweetened applesauce (Pour and level, 244g per US cup) equals 2 cups + 2 ¼ tsp (2.05 US Customary Cups, 1.94 Metric 250 mL cups, or 32.79 tablespoons).
How do I substitute applesauce for oil in baking? ▾
Replace up to half the vegetable oil or butter by weight with unsweetened applesauce to cut fat while preserving tender crumb moisture.
Can applesauce replace eggs in baking? ▾
Use 1/4 cup (60 grams) of unsweetened applesauce per egg in dense baked goods like brownies and muffins.