Grams vs Cups? The battle Royale

Written By Frank Zocco

Weight vs. Volume Measurement

What’s happening:

  • Volume (cups, tablespoons, teaspoons) measures space. Problem is, space lies. One cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 110g to 150g depending on whether you scoop, spoon, or pack it. That 40g swing is almost half a cup of flour, enough to wreck a loaf.

  • Weight (grams, ounces, pounds) measures mass. 100g is always 100g, no matter who’s holding the scoop.

Why it matters:
Baking is edible chemistry. Too much flour, and your bread’s a brick. Too little, and it collapses. A scale keeps the math clean and the results consistent.

When to use:

  • Volume: Fine for liquids or when precision isn’t critical (soups, stews, marinades).

  • Weight: Essential for baking, doughs, and recipes where texture makes or breaks the dish.

Quick tip:
Want to level up? A $15 digital scale is the cheapest “pro move” you’ll ever buy

Frank Zocco
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