Ingredient guide

Molasses conversions

1 US cup of molasses weighs 340 g (12 oz). 1 tablespoon ≈ 21.2 g, 1 teaspoon ≈ 7.08 g.

Molasses — volume to weight
VolumeGramsOuncesml
¼ cup85 g3 oz59.1
⅓ cup113 g4 oz78.9
½ cup170 g6 oz118
⅔ cup227 g8 oz158
¾ cup255 g8.99 oz177
1 cup340 g12 oz237
1½ cups510 g18 oz355
2 cups680 g24 oz473
3 cups1020 g36 oz710
1 tablespoon21.2 g0.75 oz14.8
1 teaspoon7.08 g0.25 oz4.93

Density used: 1 US cup = 340 g (KA lists 1/4 cup = 85 g, scaled to 1 cup). Source: King Arthur Baking Ingredient Weight Chart. Volume measures vary with scooping method; for baking, weigh when you can.

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Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 cup of molasses?

1 US cup of molasses is about 340 grams.

How many grams in a tablespoon of molasses?

About 21.2 grams.

How many cups is 100 grams of molasses?

About 0.29 US cups.