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Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) Weight Reviewed

280 Grams of Powdered Sugar to Cups

Direct Kitchen Answer

280 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) equals 2⅓ cups, or exactly 37⅓ tablespoons.

For reliable recipe results, that equals 37.3 tablespoons or 112.0 teaspoons in US Customary Cup standards.

Density Note: Calibrated for Spooned and leveled (unsifted) at a reference density of 120g per cup (0.507 g/mL).

Direct Answer

280 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) = 2 1/3 cups

Decimal value: 2.33 cups • Practical kitchen fraction: 2 1/3 cups

Tablespoons 37.3 tbsp
Teaspoons 112.0 tsp
Grams per Cup 120g / cup
Bulk Density 0.507 g/mL
Calibrated Measurement Condition: Spooned and leveled (unsifted)
Exact Formula

Calculation & Mathematical Derivation

To convert 280 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) into US Customary measuring cups (236.6 mL):

Cups = Weight in Grams ÷ Grams per Cup (Bulk Density)
Cups = 280g ÷ 120g/cup = 2.33 cups (kitchen fraction: 2 1/3 cups)
Tablespoons = 280g ÷ 7.50g/tbsp = 37.3 tablespoons

This calculation is calibrated specifically for Spooned and leveled (unsifted) under standard kitchen conditions (sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 169656)).

Technique Note: Unsifted powdered sugar weighs ~120g/cup; sifted powdered sugar weighs ~100g/cup.

280g of Powdered Sugar Across Cup Standards

Because cup sizes vary internationally, here is how this weight converts across US Customary, US Legal, Metric, UK Imperial, and Japanese cups.

Ingredient Weight Cups (US Standard) Tablespoons Teaspoons
US Customary Cup (236.588 mL) 280g 2 1/3 (2.33 cups) 37.3 tbsp 112.0 tsp
US Legal Cup (Nutrition) (240 mL) 280g 2 1/3 (2.30 cups) 36.8 tbsp 110.4 tsp
Metric Cup (250 mL) 280g 2 1/6 (2.21 cups) 35.3 tbsp 106.0 tsp
UK Imperial Cup (284.131 mL) 280g 1.94 (1.94 cups) 31.1 tbsp 93.3 tsp
Japanese Cup (200 mL) 280g 2 3/4 (2.76 cups) 44.2 tbsp 132.5 tsp

Kitchen Measurement Converter

Live Calculation

Convert weight to volume accurately by accounting for density differences.

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Condition: Spooned and leveled (unsifted) • Unsifted powdered sugar weighs ~120g/cup; sifted powdered sugar weighs ~100g/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)
2 1/3 cups (2.33)

Kitchen measure: 2 cups + 5 tbsp + 1 tsp (37.3 tbsp)

280 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) equals approximately 2 1/3 cups (US Customary Cup).

37.3 Tablespoons
112.0 Teaspoons
552.0 mL Volume (mL)
9.88 oz Ounces (Weight)
Culinary Technique

How to Measure 280g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) Accurately

Finely pulverized granulated sucrose (10X grind) blended with 3% cornstarch to prevent clumping during storage.

Pro Tip for Powdered Sugar:

If your recipe calls for "1 cup sifted powdered sugar", sift it into the cup (approx. 100g); if it says "1 cup powdered sugar, sifted", measure first (120g) and then sift.

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Authority & Verification

Scientific Methodology for Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar)

The conversion calculations for Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) are derived from peer-reviewed laboratory bulk density measurements cataloged in USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 169656). Volume calculations assume a standard US Customary culinary cup of 236.588 mL (8 US fluid ounces). Because factors such as humidity, particle size distribution, and scooping compression alter volumetric yield, weighing on a calibrated digital scale remains the gold standard in professional baking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many cups is 280 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar)?

280 grams of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) equals 2 1/3 cups in standard US Customary measuring cups (2.33 cups), or 2 1/3 cups in US Legal.

How many tablespoons is 280g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar)?

280g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) equals approximately 37.3 tablespoons (or 112.0 teaspoons).

What is the density and measurement condition of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar)?

Under standard conditions (Spooned and leveled (unsifted)), Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) weighs approximately 120 grams per US Customary cup (bulk density: 0.507 g/mL). Reference source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 169656).

How do I measure 280g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) without a scale?

To measure 280g of Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) without a scale, use 2 1/3 cups (or approximately 37.3 tablespoons). Always ensure Powdered Sugar (Confectioners / Icing Sugar) is measured as: Spooned and leveled (unsifted).