Conversion Table: Cocoa Powder Cups to Grams
| Volume | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp | 1.8 g | 0.06 oz |
| 1 tbsp | 5.3 g | 0.19 oz |
| ⅛ cup | 10.6 g | 0.37 oz |
| ¼ cup | 21.3 g | 0.75 oz |
| ⅓ cup | 28.3 g | 1.00 oz |
| ½ cup | 42.5 g | 1.50 oz |
| ⅔ cup | 56.7 g | 2.00 oz |
| ¾ cup | 63.8 g | 2.25 oz |
| 1 cup | 85.0 g | 3.00 oz |
| 2 cups | 170.0 g | 6.00 oz |
| 4 cups | 340.0 g | 11.99 oz |
How to Measure Cocoa Powder
Spoon in and level. Chocolate chips can vary slightly by brand and chip size.
For the most consistent results, use a kitchen scale. A cup measurement can vary by 15–30% depending on technique. Weighing eliminates that variable entirely.
Why the Gram Weight Varies by Ingredient
A cup is a measure of volume — how much space something occupies. Cocoa Powder has a specific density (mass per unit volume) that determines how many grams fit in that space. The 85 g/cup value above is calibrated for the measuring method described (spoon and level where applicable).
Different ingredients have very different densities. Compare: water (237 g/cup), honey (340 g/cup), cake flour (96 g/cup). Using a single generic "cups to grams" ratio doesn't work — the ingredient must be specified.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is ½ cup of Cocoa Powder?
42.5 grams (1.50 oz).
How many grams is ¼ cup of Cocoa Powder?
21.3 grams (0.75 oz).
Is this weight for sifted or unsifted Cocoa Powder?
Measurements use the standard technique for this ingredient. See the measuring note above.
Where does this weight come from?
Source: King Arthur Baking. See our methodology page for how we source and verify ingredient weights.