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Maple Syrup: Cups to Grams Conversion
Exact weight conversions, volume-to-mass ratios, and baking guidelines for maple syrup.
One US customary cup of Maple Syrup weighs approximately 320 grams (or 11.3 oz) when using the professional spoon-and-level measurement method. One level tablespoon weighs 20 grams.
Convert Maple Syrup Volume to Weight
Maple Syrup 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) | 40 g | 1.41 oz | 2 tbsp |
| 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) | 80 g | 2.82 oz | 4 tbsp |
| 1/3 cup (5 tbsp + 1 tsp) | 106.7 g | 3.76 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| 1/2 cup (8 tbsp) | 160 g | 5.64 oz | 8 tbsp |
| 2/3 cup | 213.3 g | 7.53 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| 3/4 cup (12 tbsp) | 240 g | 8.47 oz | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup (16 tbsp) | 320 g | 11.29 oz | 16 tbsp |
| 1 1/2 cups | 480 g | 16.93 oz | 24 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 640 g | 22.58 oz | 32 tbsp |
| 3 cups | 960 g | 33.86 oz | 48 tbsp |
How to Measure Maple Syrup Accurately
A liquid measure read at eye level, or better, the warm-water trick from honey: rinse the cup with hot water first and the syrup pours out clean. Pure maple syrup (320 g/cup) is lighter than honey (340 g) and much lighter than fake pancake syrup (~330 g but thinner) — density is what betrays the substitution.
Storing Maple Syrup & Common Substitutes
Storage
Pure syrup: pantry until opened, then refrigerated 6–12 months. Maple syrup is a natural product with no preservatives — left at room temperature after opening it can grow mold at the surface. "Pancake syrup" (corn-syrup based) is fine in the cupboard forever.
Substitutions
Honey substitutes 1:1 with a stronger flavor. Replace each cup of sugar with 3/4 cup maple syrup and reduce other liquids by 3 tablespoons. Brown-rice syrup is a closer match in baked goods than agave, which is sweeter — cut agave by a third.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of maple syrup?
One US cup of maple syrup weighs approximately 320 grams (11.3 ounces) using the standard spoon-and-level measurement method.
How many tablespoons is 1 cup of maple syrup?
There are 16 level tablespoons in 1 US cup of maple syrup, with each tablespoon weighing approximately 20 grams.
How many cups is 100 grams of maple syrup?
100 grams of maple syrup is equal to approximately 0.31 US cups.
What is the correct way to measure maple syrup?
A liquid measure read at eye level, or better, the warm-water trick from honey: rinse the cup with hot water first and the syrup pours out clean. Pure maple syrup (320 g/cup) is lighter than honey (340 g) and much lighter than fake pancake syrup (~330 g but thinner) — density is what betrays the substitution.
What can I substitute for maple syrup?
Honey substitutes 1:1 with a stronger flavor. Replace each cup of sugar with 3/4 cup maple syrup and reduce other liquids by 3 tablespoons. Brown-rice syrup is a closer match in baked goods than agave, which is sweeter — cut agave by a third.