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170 Grams to Cups

Direct Kitchen Answer

170 grams is about 1⅜ cups of all-purpose flour, ⅞ cup of granulated sugar, or ¾ cup of butter.

For practical kitchen measuring, 170 grams of granulated sugar is about ⅞ cup (14 tablespoons).

Why volume varies: Because grams measure weight while cups measure volume, the same 170 grams can take up different amounts of space depending on the ingredient.

Quick Conversion: 170g in Top Baking Staples

At-a-glance volume equivalents for 170 grams in US Customary measuring cups (236.6 mL).

Ingredient Weight Cups (US Standard) Tablespoons Teaspoons Grams / Cup
All-Purpose Flour 170g 1 3/8 (1.36 cups) 21.8 tbsp 65.3 tsp 125g/cup
Granulated White Sugar 170g 7/8 (0.85 cups) 13.6 tbsp 40.8 tsp 200g/cup
Butter (Unsalted or Salted) 170g 3/4 (0.75 cups) 12.0 tbsp 35.9 tsp 227g/cup
Brown Sugar (Light / Golden) 170g 3/4 (0.77 cups) 12.4 tbsp 37.1 tsp 220g/cup
Rolled Oats (Old Fashioned) 170g 2 1/8 (2.13 cups) 34.0 tbsp 102.0 tsp 80g/cup
Cocoa Powder (Natural Unsweetened) 170g 2 (2 cups) 32.0 tbsp 96.0 tsp 85g/cup
Whole Milk (3.25% Milkfat) 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.3 tsp 245g/cup
Honey (Pure Liquid) 170g 1/2 (0.50 cups) 8.0 tbsp 24.0 tsp 340g/cup

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Condition: Spooned and leveled (fluffed with a fork, gently spooned into cup, and leveled) • The USDA standard defines 1 cup of all-purpose flour as 125g. Published baking standards vary: King Arthur Baking specifies 120g/cup for their recipes, while direct scooping ("dip and sweep") compacts flour up to 140g–150g per cup.
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Traditional US recipe cup defined as exactly 8 fluid ounces. Cup standards differ by region (US 236.6 mL, US Legal 240 mL, Metric 250 mL, UK 284.1 mL, Japanese 200 mL). US Customary is standard for American recipes.
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Calculated Result US Customary Cup (236.588 mL)
1 3/8 cups (1.36)

Kitchen measure: 1 cup + 5 tbsp + 2.5 tsp (21.8 tbsp)

170 grams of All-Purpose Flour equals approximately 1 3/8 cups (US Customary Cup).

21.8 Tablespoons
65.3 Teaspoons
321.8 mL Volume (mL)
6.00 oz Ounces (Weight)
Recipe Applications

Common Use Cases for 170 Grams

  • Exactly 6 ounces (170.1g) or 1½ sticks of butter (¾ cup / 12 tablespoons)
  • 1 cup of Greek yogurt or sour cream for moist quick breads
  • Standard small can size for evaporated milk (6 fluid ounces)
Kitchen Practice

Measuring 170g Without a Scale

170g is 1½ sticks of butter (¾ cup), or 1 cup of Greek yogurt.

Technique Rule:

Standard 6-ounce ingredient packaging tier in commercial baking.

170g to Cups Master Directory for Common Ingredients

Browse or live-filter 170 grams across flours, sugars, culinary fats, dairy, grains, and baking essentials. Click any ingredient for dedicated guides.

80 items
Ingredient Weight Cups (US Standard) Tablespoons Teaspoons Grams / Cup
Flours & Starches (8)
All-Purpose Flour 170g 1 3/8 (1.36 cups) 21.8 tbsp 65.3 tsp 125g/cup
Bread Flour (High Protein) 170g 1 1/3 (1.34 cups) 21.4 tbsp 64.3 tsp 127g/cup
Cake Flour 170g 1 1/2 (1.49 cups) 23.9 tbsp 71.6 tsp 114g/cup
Whole Wheat Flour 170g 1 3/8 (1.42 cups) 22.7 tbsp 68.0 tsp 120g/cup
Oat Flour 170g 1 7/8 (1.85 cups) 29.6 tbsp 88.7 tsp 92g/cup
Almond Flour (Blanched) 170g 1 3/4 (1.77 cups) 28.3 tbsp 85.0 tsp 96g/cup
Coconut Flour 170g 1 1/2 (1.52 cups) 24.3 tbsp 72.9 tsp 112g/cup
Tapioca Flour / Tapioca Starch 170g 1 3/8 (1.42 cups) 22.7 tbsp 68.0 tsp 120g/cup
Sugars & Sweeteners (8)
Granulated White Sugar 170g 7/8 (0.85 cups) 13.6 tbsp 40.8 tsp 200g/cup
Brown Sugar (Light / Golden) 170g 3/4 (0.77 cups) 12.4 tbsp 37.1 tsp 220g/cup
Dark Brown Sugar 170g 3/4 (0.77 cups) 12.4 tbsp 37.1 tsp 220g/cup
Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) 170g 1 3/8 (1.42 cups) 22.7 tbsp 68.0 tsp 120g/cup
Honey (Pure Liquid) 170g 1/2 (0.50 cups) 8.0 tbsp 24.0 tsp 340g/cup
Pure Maple Syrup (Grade A) 170g 1/2 (0.54 cups) 8.7 tbsp 26.2 tsp 312g/cup
Molasses (Dark / Unsulphured) 170g 1/2 (0.52 cups) 8.3 tbsp 24.9 tsp 328g/cup
Corn Syrup (Light with Vanilla) 170g 1/2 (0.52 cups) 8.3 tbsp 24.9 tsp 328g/cup
Butter, Oils & Fats (8)
Butter (Unsalted or Salted) 170g 3/4 (0.75 cups) 12.0 tbsp 35.9 tsp 227g/cup
Salted Butter 170g 3/4 (0.75 cups) 12.0 tbsp 35.9 tsp 227g/cup
Ghee (Clarified Butter) 170g 3/4 (0.77 cups) 12.4 tbsp 37.1 tsp 220g/cup
Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) 170g 3/4 (0.79 cups) 12.6 tbsp 37.8 tsp 216g/cup
Vegetable Oil (Soybean Oil) 170g 3/4 (0.78 cups) 12.5 tbsp 37.4 tsp 218g/cup
Canola Oil (Rapeseed Oil) 170g 3/4 (0.78 cups) 12.5 tbsp 37.4 tsp 218g/cup
Coconut Oil (Solid Virgin / Refined) 170g 3/4 (0.79 cups) 12.6 tbsp 37.8 tsp 216g/cup
Avocado Oil (Pure / Refined) 170g 3/4 (0.79 cups) 12.6 tbsp 37.8 tsp 216g/cup
Dairy & Plant Milks (8)
Whole Milk (3.25% Milkfat) 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.3 tsp 245g/cup
2% Reduced-Fat Milk 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.3 tsp 245g/cup
Heavy Cream / Heavy Whipping Cream 170g 3/4 (0.71 cups) 11.4 tbsp 34.3 tsp 238g/cup
Half-and-Half (Equal Parts Milk & Cream) 170g 2/3 (0.70 cups) 11.2 tbsp 33.7 tsp 242g/cup
Buttermilk (Cultured Lowfat) 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.3 tsp 245g/cup
Sour Cream (Regular / Full Fat) 170g 2/3 (0.71 cups) 11.3 tbsp 34.0 tsp 240g/cup
Plain Yogurt (Whole Milk) 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.3 tsp 245g/cup
Greek Yogurt (Whole Milk / Strained) 170g 5/8 (0.60 cups) 9.5 tbsp 28.6 tsp 285g/cup
Dry Goods & Baking Essentials (8)
Cocoa Powder (Natural Unsweetened) 170g 2 (2 cups) 32.0 tbsp 96.0 tsp 85g/cup
Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder (Alkalized) 170g 2 (2 cups) 32.0 tbsp 96.0 tsp 85g/cup
Chocolate Chips (Semisweet / Standard) 170g 1 (1 cups) 16.0 tbsp 48.0 tsp 170g/cup
Dark Chocolate Chips (60%–70% Cacao) 170g 1 (1 cups) 16.0 tbsp 48.0 tsp 170g/cup
White Chocolate Chips 170g 1 (1 cups) 16.0 tbsp 48.0 tsp 170g/cup
Chocolate Chunks (Baking) 170g 1.06 (1.06 cups) 17.0 tbsp 51.0 tsp 160g/cup
Rolled Oats (Old Fashioned) 170g 2 1/8 (2.13 cups) 34.0 tbsp 102.0 tsp 80g/cup
Quick-Cooking Oats 170g 2 1/8 (2.13 cups) 34.0 tbsp 102.0 tsp 80g/cup
Grains, Rice & Pasta (8)
White Rice (Long Grain Uncooked) 170g 7/8 (0.92 cups) 14.7 tbsp 44.1 tsp 185g/cup
Basmati Rice (White Uncooked) 170g 7/8 (0.89 cups) 14.3 tbsp 42.9 tsp 190g/cup
Jasmine Rice (Thai Fragrant White Uncooked) 170g 7/8 (0.92 cups) 14.7 tbsp 44.1 tsp 185g/cup
Brown Rice (Long Grain Uncooked) 170g 7/8 (0.89 cups) 14.3 tbsp 42.9 tsp 190g/cup
Sushi Rice (Short Grain White Uncooked) 170g 7/8 (0.85 cups) 13.6 tbsp 40.8 tsp 200g/cup
Arborio Rice (Italian Risotto Uncooked) 170g 7/8 (0.85 cups) 13.6 tbsp 40.8 tsp 200g/cup
Wild Rice (Raw Dry) 170g 1.06 (1.06 cups) 17.0 tbsp 51.0 tsp 160g/cup
Quinoa (Raw Uncooked / White, Red, Black) 170g 1 (1 cups) 16.0 tbsp 48.0 tsp 170g/cup
Nuts & Seeds (8)
Almonds (Whole Raw) 170g 1 1/6 (1.19 cups) 19.0 tbsp 57.1 tsp 143g/cup
Almonds (Sliced / Flaked Blanched) 170g 2 (2 cups) 32.0 tbsp 96.0 tsp 85g/cup
Walnuts (Shelled Halves & Large Pieces) 170g 1 2/3 (1.70 cups) 27.2 tbsp 81.6 tsp 100g/cup
Walnuts (Finely Chopped) 170g 1 1/2 (1.48 cups) 23.7 tbsp 71.0 tsp 115g/cup
Pecans (Shelled Halves) 170g 1 2/3 (1.70 cups) 27.2 tbsp 81.6 tsp 100g/cup
Pecans (Chopped) 170g 1.55 (1.55 cups) 24.7 tbsp 74.2 tsp 110g/cup
Cashews (Raw Whole) 170g 1 1/3 (1.31 cups) 20.9 tbsp 62.8 tsp 130g/cup
Pistachios (Raw Shelled Kernels) 170g 1 3/8 (1.42 cups) 22.7 tbsp 68.0 tsp 120g/cup
Liquids & Beverages (8)
Water (Pure) 170g 3/4 (0.72 cups) 11.5 tbsp 34.5 tsp 236.6g/cup
Brewed Coffee (Black / Drip) 170g 3/4 (0.72 cups) 11.5 tbsp 34.4 tsp 237g/cup
Apple Cider (Fresh Pressed / Unfiltered) 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.2 tsp 246g/cup
Apple Juice (Clarified 100%) 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.0 tbsp 32.9 tsp 248g/cup
Orange Juice (100% Pure / Fresh or Reconstituted) 170g 2/3 (0.69 cups) 11.0 tbsp 32.9 tsp 248g/cup
Lemon Juice (Freshly Squeezed) 170g 2/3 (0.70 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.4 tsp 244g/cup
Lime Juice (Freshly Squeezed) 170g 2/3 (0.70 cups) 11.1 tbsp 33.4 tsp 244g/cup
Distilled White Vinegar (5% Acidity) 170g 3/4 (0.71 cups) 11.4 tbsp 34.3 tsp 238g/cup
Seasonings & Spices (8)
Table Salt (Fine Iodized / Non-Iodized) 170g 5/8 (0.59 cups) 9.4 tbsp 28.3 tsp 288g/cup
Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) 170g 1 1/6 (1.18 cups) 18.9 tbsp 56.7 tsp 144g/cup
Kosher Salt (Morton) 170g 2/3 (0.71 cups) 11.3 tbsp 34.0 tsp 240g/cup
Sea Salt (Fine) 170g 5/8 (0.59 cups) 9.4 tbsp 28.3 tsp 288g/cup
Sea Salt (Flaky / Maldon) 170g 1 1/2 (1.52 cups) 24.3 tbsp 72.9 tsp 112g/cup
Black Pepper (Fine Ground) 170g 1 1/2 (1.52 cups) 24.3 tbsp 72.9 tsp 112g/cup
Black Peppercorns (Whole Tellicherry) 170g 1 1/3 (1.31 cups) 20.9 tbsp 62.8 tsp 130g/cup
Cinnamon (Ground Cassia / Ceylon) 170g 1 1/2 (1.52 cups) 24.3 tbsp 72.9 tsp 112g/cup
Nut Butters & Sauces (8)
Mayonnaise 170g 3/4 (0.77 cups) 12.4 tbsp 37.1 tsp 220g/cup
Dijon Mustard 170g 2/3 (0.71 cups) 11.3 tbsp 34.0 tsp 240g/cup
Ketchup 170g 2/3 (0.71 cups) 11.3 tbsp 34.0 tsp 240g/cup
Soy Sauce 170g 2/3 (0.67 cups) 10.7 tbsp 32.0 tsp 255g/cup
Fish Sauce 170g 5/8 (0.63 cups) 10.1 tbsp 30.2 tsp 270g/cup
Worcestershire Sauce 170g 5/8 (0.63 cups) 10.1 tbsp 30.2 tsp 270g/cup
Sriracha Sauce 170g 2/3 (0.68 cups) 10.9 tbsp 32.6 tsp 250g/cup
Hot Sauce (Cayenne/Vinegar) 170g 2/3 (0.71 cups) 11.3 tbsp 34.0 tsp 240g/cup
Measurement Standards

How We Calculate 170 Grams to Cups

At GramsToCups.site, every conversion is derived from authoritative USDA FoodData Central bulk densities rather than generic approximations. Because cup capacities differ internationally, our converter provides instant support across five major standards: US Customary (236.6 mL), US Legal (240 mL), Metric (250 mL), UK Imperial (284.1 mL), and Japanese (200 mL).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cups is 170 grams of flour?

170 grams of all-purpose flour equals approximately 1 3/8 cups (1.36 cups) when fluffed, spooned into the cup, and leveled.

How many cups is 170 grams of sugar?

170 grams of granulated white sugar equals approximately 7/8 cups (0.85 cups), or 13.6 tablespoons.

How many cups is 170 grams of butter?

170 grams of butter equals approximately 3/4 cups (0.75 cups), which is 1.50 standard US butter sticks or 12.0 tablespoons.

How do I measure 170 grams without a kitchen scale?

170g is 1½ sticks of butter (¾ cup), or 1 cup of Greek yogurt.

Why does 170 grams produce different cup volumes for different ingredients?

Cups measure volume (3D physical space) while grams measure mass (weight). Because granulated sugar (200g/cup) is significantly denser than all-purpose flour (125g/cup), 170 grams of sugar occupies far less cup volume than 170 grams of flour.