Cups to Ounces Calculator (Flour)
Here’s a comprehensive table showing the conversion of cups to ounces for flour, along with some additional information you need to know:
Cups to Ounces Conversion Table for Flour
| Cups (US) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|
| 1/4 | 1.1 |
| 1/3 | 1.5 |
| 1/2 | 2.2 |
| 2/3 | 2.9 |
| 3/4 | 3.3 |
| 1 | 4.4 |
| 1 1/2 | 6.6 |
| 2 | 8.8 |
Additional Information
- Conversion Factor: One cup of all-purpose flour is approximately equal to 4.4 ounces2.
- Measurement Accuracy: For the most accurate results, it’s recommended to measure flour by weight rather than volume. This is because flour can be easily compacted, leading to variations in volume measurements1.
- Different Types of Flour: The conversion rate may slightly vary for different types of flour. For example:
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup = 4.4 oz
- Bread flour: 1 cup = 4.48 oz
- Cake flour: 1 cup = 4.0 oz2
- Density Variations: The density of flour can vary based on factors such as humidity, storage conditions, and how it’s scooped. This is why weight measurements are more reliable than volume measurements for baking2.
- Sifting: Sifted flour will weigh less per cup than unsifted flour. Always follow your recipe’s instructions regarding sifting1.
- Conversion to Grams: If you need to convert to metric measurements, 1 cup of all-purpose flour is approximately 120 grams3.
- Measuring Tips: When measuring flour by volume, it’s best to spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level it off with a straight edge, rather than scooping directly with the measuring cup, which can compact the flour1.
Remember, while this table and information provide a good general guide, the most accurate method for measuring flour in baking is to use a kitchen scale and measure by weight.