Corn Syrup: Cups to Grams
One US cup (240 ml) of corn syrup weighs about 328 grams, based on its typical kitchen density. Convert any amount below, or use the reference table for common cup fractions.
1 cup=328 g
Based on corn syrup at 328 g per US cup.
Corn Syrup conversion table
| Cups | Grams | Millilitres | Tablespoons | Ounces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 82 g | 60 ml | 4 tbsp | 2.89 oz |
| 1/3 cup | 109 g | 80 ml | 5.33 tbsp | 3.86 oz |
| 1/2 cup | 164 g | 120 ml | 8 tbsp | 5.78 oz |
| 2/3 cup | 219 g | 160 ml | 10.7 tbsp | 7.71 oz |
| 3/4 cup | 246 g | 180 ml | 12 tbsp | 8.68 oz |
| 1 cup | 328 g | 240 ml | 16 tbsp | 11.6 oz |
| 1 1/2 cups | 492 g | 360 ml | 24 tbsp | 17.4 oz |
| 2 cups | 656 g | 480 ml | 32 tbsp | 23.1 oz |
| 2 1/2 cups | 820 g | 600 ml | 40 tbsp | 28.9 oz |
| 3 cups | 984 g | 720 ml | 48 tbsp | 34.7 oz |
In grams, 1/4 cup of corn syrup is about 82 g, 1/3 cup is about 109 g, 1/2 cup is about 164 g, 2/3 cup is about 219 g, 3/4 cup is about 246 g, 1 cup is about 328 g, 1 1/2 cups is about 492 g, 2 cups is about 656 g and 3 cups is about 984 g.
A tablespoon of corn syrup is about 20.5 grams, and a teaspoon is about 6.8 grams.
About measuring corn syrup
Corn syrup is a thick glucose syrup used to keep candies smooth and icings glossy, and one US cup weighs about 328 grams. Like other syrups it is dense and sticky, so weighing beats measuring by volume. In candy making the exact amount matters because corn syrup controls crystallisation, the difference between a silky caramel and a grainy one. Set the pan on the scale and pour to the gram for the best results.
In candy making, corn syrup controls crystallisation, so weigh it precisely for smooth results.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of corn syrup?
One US cup of corn syrup is about 328 grams. It is a dense, sticky glucose syrup, heavier than a cup of water.
How many grams is a tablespoon of corn syrup?
About 20.5 grams. A cup weighs around 328 grams and holds 16 tablespoons, giving roughly 20.5 grams each.
Why does candy making call for weighing corn syrup?
Corn syrup controls how sugar crystallises. Small errors can turn a smooth caramel grainy, so weighing to the gram gives more dependable candy.