50 Grams of Cocoa Powder to Cups
Ingredient
Cocoa Powder
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.59 (⅝)
- Tablespoons
- 9.4
- Teaspoons
- 28.2
- Milliliters
- 139 ml
50 grams of cocoa powder = 0.59 cups (⅝ cup / 9.4 tablespoons)
Cocoa Powder has a density of approximately 85g per cup. Dutch-process and natural cocoa are both close to 85g. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40g | 0.47 | ½ | 7.5 |
| 45g | 0.53 | ½ | 8.5 |
| 50g | 0.59 | ⅝ | 9.4 |
| 55g | 0.65 | ⅔ | 10.4 |
| 60g | 0.71 | ⅔ | 11.3 |
Bakers reach for cocoa powder 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 50 grams of cocoa powder in cups?+
50 grams of cocoa powder is 0.59 cups (⅝ cup), or 9.4 tablespoons.
How do I measure 50 grams of cocoa powder without a scale?+
Use ⅝ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 9.4 tablespoons instead.