8 Grams of Chia Seeds to Cups
Ingredient
Chia Seeds
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.05 (⅛)
- Tablespoons
- 0.8
- Teaspoons
- 2.4
- Milliliters
- 12 ml
8 grams of chia seeds = 0.05 cups (⅛ cup / 0.8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6g | 0.04 | ⅛ | 0.6 |
| 7g | 0.04 | ⅛ | 0.7 |
| 8g | 0.05 | ⅛ | 0.8 |
| 9g | 0.06 | ⅛ | 0.9 |
| 10g | 0.06 | ⅛ | 1.0 |
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 8 grams of chia seeds in cups?+
8 grams of chia seeds is 0.05 cups (⅛ cup), or 0.8 tablespoons.
How do I measure 8 grams of chia seeds without a scale?+
Use ⅛ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 0.8 tablespoons instead.