120 Grams of Granulated Sugar to Cups
Ingredient
Granulated Sugar
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.60 (⅝)
- Tablespoons
- 9.6
- Teaspoons
- 28.8
- Milliliters
- 142 ml
120 grams of granulated sugar = 0.60 cups (⅝ cup / 9.6 tablespoons)
Granulated Sugar has a density of approximately 200g per cup. Very consistent across brands. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100g | 0.50 | ½ | 8.0 |
| 110g | 0.55 | ½ | 8.8 |
| 120g | 0.60 | ⅝ | 9.6 |
| 125g | 0.63 | ⅝ | 10.0 |
| 130g | 0.65 | ⅔ | 10.4 |
Bakers reach for granulated sugar in amounts like this for everyday recipes — scaling a batch up, adjusting a single serving, or matching a recipe written in grams. Measuring by weight keeps the result consistent no matter who's in the kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 120 grams of granulated sugar in cups?+
120 grams of granulated sugar is 0.60 cups (⅝ cup), or 9.6 tablespoons.
How do I measure 120 grams of granulated sugar without a scale?+
Use ⅝ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 9.6 tablespoons instead.