290 Grams of Powdered Sugar to Cups
Ingredient
Powdered Sugar
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 2.42 (2⅜)
- Tablespoons
- 38.7
- Teaspoons
- 116.0
- Milliliters
- 572 ml
290 grams of powdered sugar = 2.42 cups (2⅜ cups / 38.7 tablespoons)
Powdered Sugar has a density of approximately 120g per cup. Sifted: 100g. Unsifted and packed: up to 130g. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 275g | 2.29 | 2⅓ | 36.7 |
| 280g | 2.33 | 2⅓ | 37.3 |
| 290g | 2.42 | 2⅜ | 38.7 |
| 300g | 2.50 | 2½ | 40.0 |
| 325g | 2.71 | 2¾ | 43.3 |
Bakers reach for powdered 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 290 grams of powdered sugar in cups?+
290 grams of powdered sugar is 2.42 cups (2⅜ cups), or 38.7 tablespoons.
How do I measure 290 grams of powdered sugar without a scale?+
Use 2⅜ cups, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 38.7 tablespoons instead.