Converter
Why turbinado sugar needs its own conversion
Turbinado Sugar weighs about 180g per cup — in the middle of the density range for common baking ingredients. King Arthur Turbinado (raw) = 180 g/cup. Note: Demerara is heavier — King Arthur lists it separately at 220 g/cup. A cup is a unit of volume, so ingredients this different in density can't share one generic conversion factor — using a single "1 cup = X g" rule for everything will be wrong for at least some of what you cook.
Common measurement mistakes
- Using a generic cup-to-gram factor for every ingredient — turbinado sugar does not weigh the same per cup as most other ingredients.
- Measurement note: King Arthur Turbinado (raw) = 180 g/cup. Note: Demerara is heavier — King Arthur lists it separately at 220 g/cup.
- Confusing weight ounces with fluid ounces when a recipe lists "oz" — they are not interchangeable.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams are in a cup of turbinado sugar?
About 180g, king Arthur Turbinado (raw) = 180 g/cup. Note: Demerara is heavier — King Arthur lists it separately at 220 g/cup.
Does this conversion work for every brand or variety of turbinado sugar?
It’s a close approximation based on King Arthur Baking. Minor variations in moisture, grain, or brand can shift the exact weight slightly, but this figure works well for everyday cooking and baking.