Shortening: Grams to Cups
Enter an amount to convert shortening from grams to cups. One gram of shortening is about 0.005 cups.
125 grams of shortening = 0.61 cups
Shortening Grams to Cups chart
Common amounts, rounded for the kitchen.
| Grams | Cups |
|---|---|
| 10 grams | 0.049 cups |
| 25 grams | 0.122 cups |
| 50 grams | 0.244 cups |
| 75 grams | 0.366 cups |
| 100 grams | 0.488 cups |
| 125 grams | 0.61 cups |
| 150 grams | 0.732 cups |
| 200 grams | 0.976 cups |
| 250 grams | 1.22 cups |
| 300 grams | 1.46 cups |
| 500 grams | 2.44 cups |
Frequently asked questions
- How many cups is 1 gram of shortening?
- 1 gram of shortening is about 0.005 cups, based on a density of 205 grams per cup.
- Why isn't this the same for every ingredient?
- Because weight and volume only line up through density. Shortening weighs 205 g per cup, so its conversion differs from flour, sugar, or water.