170 Grams of Granulated Sugar to Cups
Ingredient
Granulated Sugar
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.85 (⅞)
- Tablespoons
- 13.6
- Teaspoons
- 40.8
- Milliliters
- 201 ml
170 grams of granulated sugar = 0.85 cups (⅞ cup / 13.6 tablespoons)
Granulated Sugar has a density of approximately 200g per cup. Very consistent across brands. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150g | 0.75 | ¾ | 12.0 |
| 160g | 0.80 | ¾ | 12.8 |
| 170g | 0.85 | ⅞ | 13.6 |
| 175g | 0.88 | ⅞ | 14.0 |
| 180g | 0.90 | ⅞ | 14.4 |
Bakers reach for granulated sugar in amounts like this for everyday recipes — scaling a batch up, adjusting a single serving, or matching a recipe written in grams. Measuring by weight keeps the result consistent no matter who's in the kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 170 grams of granulated sugar in cups?+
170 grams of granulated sugar is 0.85 cups (⅞ cup), or 13.6 tablespoons.
How do I measure 170 grams of granulated sugar without a scale?+
Use ⅞ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 13.6 tablespoons instead.