Kitchen Density Converter
Honey: Cups to Grams Conversion
Exact weight conversions, volume-to-mass ratios, and baking guidelines for honey.
One US customary cup of Honey weighs approximately 340 grams (or 12.0 oz) when using the professional spoon-and-level measurement method. One level tablespoon weighs 21 grams.
Convert Honey Volume to Weight
Honey 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) | 42.5 g | 1.50 oz | 2 tbsp |
| 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) | 85 g | 3.00 oz | 4 tbsp |
| 1/3 cup (5 tbsp + 1 tsp) | 113.3 g | 4.00 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| 1/2 cup (8 tbsp) | 170 g | 6.00 oz | 8 tbsp |
| 2/3 cup | 226.7 g | 8.00 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| 3/4 cup (12 tbsp) | 255 g | 8.99 oz | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup (16 tbsp) | 340 g | 11.99 oz | 16 tbsp |
| 1 1/2 cups | 510 g | 17.99 oz | 24 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 680 g | 23.99 oz | 32 tbsp |
| 3 cups | 1020 g | 35.98 oz | 48 tbsp |
How to Measure Honey Accurately
Lightly oil the inside of the measuring cup or dip it in hot water first, and the honey will slide out completely instead of leaving a third of itself behind. Level with a spatula. Honey is dense — 340 g per cup versus 200 g for sugar — which is exactly why recipes replacing one with the other must convert by weight, not volume.
Storing Honey & Common Substitutes
Storage
Never refrigerate: cold speeds crystallization. Sealed at room temperature, honey keeps indefinitely — the 340 g cup is essentially a jar of preservative. If it clouds and grains, set the jar in warm (not boiling) water until clear; the crystals are pure sugar, not spoilage.
Substitutions
Maple syrup swaps 1:1 with a flavor change. Replace each cup of granulated sugar with 3/4 cup of honey, lower the oven by 15°C (25°F) and cut other liquids by 2 tablespoons, because honey browns faster and brings its own water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of honey?
One US cup of honey weighs approximately 340 grams (12.0 ounces) using the standard spoon-and-level measurement method.
How many tablespoons is 1 cup of honey?
There are 16 level tablespoons in 1 US cup of honey, with each tablespoon weighing approximately 21 grams.
How many cups is 100 grams of honey?
100 grams of honey is equal to approximately 0.29 US cups.
What is the correct way to measure honey?
Lightly oil the inside of the measuring cup or dip it in hot water first, and the honey will slide out completely instead of leaving a third of itself behind. Level with a spatula. Honey is dense — 340 g per cup versus 200 g for sugar — which is exactly why recipes replacing one with the other must convert by weight, not volume.
What can I substitute for honey?
Maple syrup swaps 1:1 with a flavor change. Replace each cup of granulated sugar with 3/4 cup of honey, lower the oven by 15°C (25°F) and cut other liquids by 2 tablespoons, because honey browns faster and brings its own water.