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Brown Sugar (Packed): Cups to Grams Conversion
Exact weight conversions, volume-to-mass ratios, and baking guidelines for brown sugar (packed).
One US customary cup of Brown Sugar (Packed) weighs approximately 220 grams (or 7.8 oz) when using the professional spoon-and-level measurement method. One level tablespoon weighs 13.5 grams.
Convert Brown Sugar (Packed) Volume to Weight
Brown Sugar (Packed) Measurement Chart
Complete volumetric to gravimetric equivalent table for common baking measurements.
| Volume (US Cups) | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Equivalent Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup (2 tbsp) | 27.5 g | 0.97 oz | 2 tbsp |
| 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) | 55 g | 1.94 oz | 4 tbsp |
| 1/3 cup (5 tbsp + 1 tsp) | 73.3 g | 2.59 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| 1/2 cup (8 tbsp) | 110 g | 3.88 oz | 8 tbsp |
| 2/3 cup | 146.7 g | 5.17 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| 3/4 cup (12 tbsp) | 165 g | 5.82 oz | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup (16 tbsp) | 220 g | 7.76 oz | 16 tbsp |
| 1 1/2 cups | 330 g | 11.64 oz | 24 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 440 g | 15.52 oz | 32 tbsp |
| 3 cups | 660 g | 23.28 oz | 48 tbsp |
How to Measure Brown Sugar (Packed) Accurately
The one staple you deliberately pack: press the sugar into the cup with the back of a spoon until it holds the cup's shape when turned out — that is what "packed" means, and the 220 g figure depends on it. A loose cup is closer to 180 g, and the missing 40 g of molasses moisture changes a chewy cookie into a crisp one.
Storing Brown Sugar (Packed) & Common Substitutes
Storage
Airtight with as little air as possible; brown sugar hardens when it dries out, not when it spoils. A terracotta brown-sugar bear soaked in water keeps it soft for months. Rock-hard sugar is rescued in minutes by a 15-second microwave beside a small bowl of water.
Substitutions
Make it from white sugar: 1 cup granulated plus 1 tablespoon molasses (light) or 2 tablespoons (dark). Coconut sugar swaps 1:1 with a caramel note. Replace weight-for-weight with muscovado for a stronger, wetter result.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of brown sugar (packed)?
One US cup of brown sugar (packed) weighs approximately 220 grams (7.8 ounces) using the standard spoon-and-level measurement method.
How many tablespoons is 1 cup of brown sugar (packed)?
There are 16 level tablespoons in 1 US cup of brown sugar (packed), with each tablespoon weighing approximately 13.5 grams.
How many cups is 100 grams of brown sugar (packed)?
100 grams of brown sugar (packed) is equal to approximately 0.45 US cups.
What is the correct way to measure brown sugar (packed)?
The one staple you deliberately pack: press the sugar into the cup with the back of a spoon until it holds the cup's shape when turned out — that is what "packed" means, and the 220 g figure depends on it. A loose cup is closer to 180 g, and the missing 40 g of molasses moisture changes a chewy cookie into a crisp one.
What can I substitute for brown sugar (packed)?
Make it from white sugar: 1 cup granulated plus 1 tablespoon molasses (light) or 2 tablespoons (dark). Coconut sugar swaps 1:1 with a caramel note. Replace weight-for-weight with muscovado for a stronger, wetter result.