20 Grams to Cups
Grams to cups depends on the ingredient. 20 grams is 2 1/2 tbsp of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tbsp of granulated sugar and 1 1/2 tbsp of butter.
Grams measure weight and cups measure volume, so the same 20 g fills a different amount of cup for each ingredient. Choose yours in the converter or find it in the table below.
- 20 g flour
- 2 1/2 tbsp
- 20 g sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp
- 20 g butter
- 1 1/2 tbsp
- 20 g honey
- 2 3/4 tsp
How to convert 20 grams to cups
Divide the grams by the weight of one cup of your ingredient.
- 1Pick your ingredient
Look up its weight per cup in the table below or in the converter.
- 2Divide 20 by that weight
Cups = 20 ÷ grams per cup.
- 3Round to a kitchen measure
Use the nearest 1/4, 1/3, 1/2 or 3/4 cup, with spoons for the rest.
Worked example
20 grams to cups for 51 ingredients
Find your ingredient to see 20 g as a kitchen measure, decimal cups and tablespoons.
| Ingredient | Cups (kitchen measure) | Cups (decimal) | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.17 | 2.67 |
| Bread Flour | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.17 | 2.67 |
| Cake Flour (Unbleached) | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.17 | 2.67 |
| Pastry Flour | 3 tbsp | 0.19 | 3.02 |
| Almond Flour | 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.21 | 3.33 |
| Medium Rye Flour | 3 tbsp | 0.19 | 3.02 |
| Semolina Flour | 2 tbsp | 0.12 | 1.96 |
| Cornmeal (Whole) | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.14 | 2.32 |
| Cornmeal (Yellow, Quaker) | 2 tbsp | 0.13 | 2.05 |
| Cornstarch | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.86 |
| Granulated Sugar (White Sugar) | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.1 | 1.62 |
| Brown Sugar (Packed) | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.094 | 1.5 |
| Powdered Sugar (Unsifted) | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.83 |
| Honey | 2 3/4 tsp | 0.06 | 0.95 |
| Maple Syrup | 1 tbsp | 0.064 | 1.03 |
| Molasses | 2 3/4 tsp | 0.059 | 0.94 |
| Corn Syrup | 1 tbsp | 0.064 | 1.03 |
| Butter | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.42 |
| Vegetable Oil | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.1 | 1.62 |
| Olive Oil | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.1 | 1.6 |
| Vegetable Shortening | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.11 | 1.74 |
| Milk | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.41 |
| Heavy Cream | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.41 |
| Sour Cream | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.41 |
| Cream Cheese | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.41 |
| Buttermilk | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.41 |
| Ricotta Cheese | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.41 |
| Rolled Oats (King Arthur) | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.83 |
| Old-Fashioned Or Quick Oats | 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.22 | 3.6 |
| Long-Grain Rice (Dry) | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.1 | 1.62 |
| Quinoa (Whole) | 2 tbsp | 0.11 | 1.81 |
| Cocoa Powder (Unsweetened) | 4 tbsp | 0.24 | 3.81 |
| Chocolate Chips | 2 tbsp | 0.12 | 1.88 |
| Table Salt | 1 tbsp | 0.069 | 1.11 |
| Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.16 | 2.5 |
| Kosher Salt (Morton) | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.078 | 1.25 |
| Baking Powder | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.1 | 1.67 |
| Baking Soda | 1 tbsp | 0.069 | 1.11 |
| Breadcrumbs (Dried) | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.86 |
| Breadcrumbs (Fresh) | 4 tbsp | 0.24 | 3.81 |
| Peanut Butter | 1 tbsp | 0.074 | 1.19 |
| Almonds (Sliced) | 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.23 | 3.72 |
| Walnuts (Chopped) | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.83 |
| Pecans (Whole) | 3 tbsp | 0.19 | 3.05 |
| Raisins (Loose) | 2 tbsp | 0.13 | 2.15 |
| Shredded Coconut (Unsweetened) | 3/8 cup | 0.38 | 6.04 |
| Shredded Coconut (Sweetened) | 4 tbsp | 0.24 | 3.76 |
| Bananas (Mashed) | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.088 | 1.41 |
| Apples (Peeled, Sliced) | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.83 |
| Blueberries (Dried) | 2 tbsp | 0.13 | 2.05 |
| Water | 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.084 | 1.35 |
Weight source: King Arthur Baking ingredient weight chart, checked 31 Oct 2026. Weights are averages and shift a little with brand, humidity and how the cup is filled, so weigh your ingredients when accuracy matters. How we measure
Facts and tips for converting 20 grams
Key figures
- 20 g in ounces
- 0.71 oz
- 20 g in pounds
- 0.044 lb
- 20 g of water in millilitres
- 20 ml
- 20 g of water in cups
- 0.084 cups
Measuring tips
- Weigh in grams on a kitchen scale for the most accurate result, and set the scale to zero (tare) with the bowl on it.
- This site uses the US cup of 236.6 ml. A metric cup is 250 ml, so recipes from the UK, Australia or New Zealand can differ.
- Check whether the recipe means the ingredient sifted, packed, melted or cooked, because that changes the weight per cup.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Quick answers: 20 grams to cups
How many cups is 20 grams of flour?
20 grams of all-purpose flour is 0.17 cups, about 2 1/2 tbsp, using 120 g per cup.
How many cups is 20 grams of sugar?
20 grams of granulated sugar is 0.1 cups, about 1 1/2 tbsp, using 198 g per cup.
Is 20 grams the same number of cups for every ingredient?
No. Grams measure weight and cups measure volume, so the answer changes with the ingredient. Use the table above for your ingredient.