5 Grams of Granulated Sugar to Cups
Ingredient
Granulated Sugar
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.03 (⅛)
- Tablespoons
- 0.4
- Teaspoons
- 1.2
- Milliliters
- 6 ml
5 grams of granulated sugar = 0.03 cups (⅛ cup / 0.4 tablespoons)
Granulated Sugar has a density of approximately 200g per cup. Very consistent across brands. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3g | 0.01 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 4g | 0.02 | ⅛ | 0.3 |
| 5g | 0.03 | ⅛ | 0.4 |
| 6g | 0.03 | ⅛ | 0.5 |
| 7g | 0.04 | ⅛ | 0.6 |
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 5 grams of granulated sugar in cups?+
5 grams of granulated sugar is 0.03 cups (⅛ cup), or 0.4 tablespoons.
How do I measure 5 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 0.4 tablespoons instead.