Ground Cinnamon Grams to Cups
Ground Cinnamon weighs about 125g per cup. Ceylon and cassia cinnamon are similar in density. Tightly packed can run closer to 144g.
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.80 (¾)
- Tablespoons
- 12.8
- Teaspoons
- 38.4
- Milliliters
- 189 ml
Ground Cinnamon Grams to Cups Conversion Table
Ground Cinnamon density: 125g per cup (USDA FoodData Central)
| Grams | Cups (Decimal) | Cups (Fraction) | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10g | 0.08 | ⅛ | 1.3 |
| 25g | 0.20 | ¼ | 3.2 |
| 50g | 0.40 | ⅜ | 6.4 |
| 75g | 0.60 | ⅝ | 9.6 |
| 100g | 0.80 | ¾ | 12.8 |
| 125g | 1.00 | 1 | 16.0 |
| 150g | 1.20 | 1¼ | 19.2 |
| 175g | 1.40 | 1⅜ | 22.4 |
| 200g | 1.60 | 1⅝ | 25.6 |
| 225g | 1.80 | 1¾ | 28.8 |
| 250g | 2.00 | 2 | 32.0 |
| 300g | 2.40 | 2⅜ | 38.4 |
| 350g | 2.80 | 2¾ | 44.8 |
| 400g | 3.20 | 3¼ | 51.2 |
| 500g | 4.00 | 4 | 64.0 |
Ingredient Profile
Ground Cinnamon has a density of 125g per cup, based on USDA FoodData Central data. Ceylon and cassia cinnamon are similar in density. Tightly packed can run closer to 144g.
Density can shift with brand, moisture content, or how the ingredient was packed before it reached your kitchen. Weighing on a scale removes that guesswork.
For comparison, honey is denser at 340g per cup, while panko breadcrumbs is lighter at 60g per cup — a reminder that weight per cup varies by ingredient, not by category alone.
How to Measure Ground Cinnamon in Cups
Spoon lightly into a measuring spoon and level with a straight edge. Ground spices settle quickly, so avoid tapping the spoon.
Freshly ground spices are typically denser than pre-ground, store-bought versions, which lose some volume as they age and settle in the container over time.
If a recipe calls for ground cinnamon by weight instead of volume, a digital kitchen scale set to grams removes any measuring-technique variation entirely — the converter at the top of this page shows both figures side by side so you can check your result either way.
Common Recipe Uses
- Cinnamon rolls typically use 10g to 15g in the filling.
- Spiced baked goods often call for just 3g to 6g (1 to 2 teaspoons).
- Mulled cider recipes usually need 1 to 2 cinnamon sticks or 3g ground.
How Much Is X Grams of Ground Cinnamon?
Need every amount at once? See the full ground cinnamon conversion chart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams are in a cup of ground cinnamon?+
A cup of ground cinnamon weighs about 125g. Ceylon and cassia cinnamon are similar in density. Tightly packed can run closer to 144g.
How do I measure ground cinnamon accurately?+
Spoon lightly into a measuring spoon and level with a straight edge. Ground spices settle quickly, so avoid tapping the spoon.
Does ground cinnamon's weight per cup ever change?+
Yes, slightly. Ceylon and cassia cinnamon are similar in density. Tightly packed can run closer to 144g. A kitchen scale removes that variation entirely.
What's the best way to convert ground cinnamon from grams to cups?+
Use the converter at the top of this page, or divide your gram amount by 125 to get cups.
Why does ground cinnamon weigh a different amount per cup than other spices & herbs?+
Even within the same category, particle size, moisture, and packing differ enough to change the weight-per-cup figure by 10-30%. That's why this page uses a value measured specifically for ground cinnamon, not a category-wide average.
Is 125g per cup the same across every brand of ground cinnamon?+
It's close for most brands, though minor milling, processing, or moisture differences can shift the true figure by a few grams. USDA FoodData Central provides the reference value used here.