Ingredient conversion
1 cup bread flour to grams
1 US cup of bread flour = 120 grams.
This uses the spoon-and-level method. Switch to metric, Australian/South African or imperial cup sizes in the converter below.
This uses the spoon-and-level method. Switch to metric, Australian/South African or imperial cup sizes in the converter below.
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Why this matters: A cup of flour, sugar, butter and honey do not weigh the same.
Bread flour cup to gram chart
| Cups | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup bread flour | 30g |
| 1/3 cup bread flour | 40g |
| 1/2 cup bread flour | 60g |
| 2/3 cup bread flour | 80g |
| 3/4 cup bread flour | 90g |
| 1 cup bread flour | 120g |
| 2 cup bread flour | 240g |
| 3 cup bread flour | 360g |
Accuracy note
For baking, small measuring differences can affect texture. If a recipe is precise, weigh bread flour in grams rather than relying only on volume.
FAQ
How many grams is 1 cup of bread flour?
1 US cup of bread flour is 120 grams using the spoon-and-level method.
Why can bread flour conversions vary?
Cups measure volume, grams measure weight. Different cup sizes and measuring methods can change the result, especially for dry ingredients.
Should I use grams or cups for baking?
Grams are usually more reliable because weighing removes variation from scooping, packing and cup size.