20 Grams of Granulated Sugar to Cups
Ingredient
Granulated Sugar
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.10 (⅛)
- Tablespoons
- 1.6
- Teaspoons
- 4.8
- Milliliters
- 24 ml
20 grams of granulated sugar = 0.10 cups (⅛ cup / 1.6 tablespoons)
Granulated Sugar has a density of approximately 200g per cup. Very consistent across brands. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10g | 0.05 | ⅛ | 0.8 |
| 15g | 0.07 | ⅛ | 1.2 |
| 20g | 0.10 | ⅛ | 1.6 |
| 25g | 0.13 | ⅛ | 2.0 |
| 30g | 0.15 | ⅛ | 2.4 |
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 20 grams of granulated sugar in cups?+
20 grams of granulated sugar is 0.10 cups (⅛ cup), or 1.6 tablespoons.
How do I measure 20 grams of granulated sugar without a scale?+
Use ⅛ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 1.6 tablespoons instead.