How Many Grams in 1 Cup of Cocoa Powder?
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder weighs 85 grams spooned and leveled.
Direct Answer:
1 US Cup of Cocoa Powder (Unsweetened / Dutch Process) = 85 grams (3.00 oz)
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1 grams of Cocoa Powder (Unsweetened / Dutch Process) equals approximately 1 cups (US Legal Cup (Nutrition)).
16.0 Tablespoons
48.0 Teaspoons
240.0 mL Volume (mL)
3.00 oz Ounces (Weight)
1 Cup of Cocoa Powder Across International Cup Standards
Compare the weight of 1 cup across US Legal, US Customary, Metric, and UK Imperial cups.
| Item / Measurement | Weight | Cups (US Standard) | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Legal Cup (Nutrition) (240 mL) | 85g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
| US Customary Cup (236.588 mL) | 84g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
| Metric Cup (250 mL) | 89g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
| UK Imperial Cup (284.131 mL) | 101g | 1 cup (1.0 cups) | 16.0 tbsp | 48.0 tsp |
Measurement & Technique Guide for Cocoa Powder (Unsweetened / Dutch Process)
Pure unsweetened cocoa solids. Very light and prone to aerating or settling in containers.
Chef's Culinary Tip:
Always sift cocoa powder to remove lumps before incorporating into dry ingredients or blooming in hot coffee/water.