45 Grams of Powdered Sugar to Cups
Ingredient
Powdered Sugar
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.38 (⅜)
- Tablespoons
- 6.0
- Teaspoons
- 18.0
- Milliliters
- 89 ml
45 grams of powdered sugar = 0.38 cups (⅜ cup / 6.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35g | 0.29 | ⅓ | 4.7 |
| 40g | 0.33 | ⅓ | 5.3 |
| 45g | 0.38 | ⅜ | 6.0 |
| 50g | 0.42 | ⅜ | 6.7 |
| 55g | 0.46 | ½ | 7.3 |
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 45 grams of powdered sugar in cups?+
45 grams of powdered sugar is 0.38 cups (⅜ cup), or 6.0 tablespoons.
How do I measure 45 grams of powdered sugar without a scale?+
Use ⅜ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 6.0 tablespoons instead.