55 Grams of Chia Seeds to Cups
Ingredient
Chia Seeds
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.34 (⅓)
- Tablespoons
- 5.5
- Teaspoons
- 16.5
- Milliliters
- 81 ml
55 grams of chia seeds = 0.34 cups (⅓ cup / 5.5 tablespoons)
Chia Seeds has a density of approximately 160g per cup. Dry seeds. Soaked chia gel weighs significantly more. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45g | 0.28 | ¼ | 4.5 |
| 50g | 0.31 | ⅓ | 5.0 |
| 55g | 0.34 | ⅓ | 5.5 |
| 60g | 0.38 | ⅜ | 6.0 |
| 65g | 0.41 | ⅜ | 6.5 |
Bakers reach for chia seeds 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 55 grams of chia seeds in cups?+
55 grams of chia seeds is 0.34 cups (⅓ cup), or 5.5 tablespoons.
How do I measure 55 grams of chia seeds without a scale?+
Use ⅓ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 5.5 tablespoons instead.