40 Grams to Cups
Grams to cups depends on the ingredient. 40 grams is 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour, 3 tbsp of granulated sugar and 3 tbsp of butter.
By Alex Morgan, Founder and Editor. Weights checked 31 Oct 2026.
Grams measure weight and cups measure volume, so the same 40 g fills a different amount of cup for each ingredient. Choose yours in the converter or find it in the table below.
- 40 g flour
- 1/3 cup
- 40 g sugar
- 3 tbsp
- 40 g butter
- 3 tbsp
- 40 g honey
- 2 tbsp
How to convert 40 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 40 by that weight
Cups = 40 ÷ 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
40 Grams In Cups: Four Ingredients Compared
The same 40 g fills a different amount of cup for each ingredient.
Each cup is drawn to the same scale and holds up to 1 cup.
40 grams to cups for 51 ingredients
Find your ingredient to see 40 g as a kitchen measure, decimal cups and tablespoons.
| Ingredient | Cups (kitchen measure) | Cups (decimal) | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 1/3 cup | 0.33 | 5.33 |
| Bread Flour | 1/3 cup | 0.33 | 5.33 |
| Cake Flour (Unbleached) | 1/3 cup | 0.33 | 5.33 |
| Pastry Flour | 3/8 cup | 0.38 | 6.04 |
| Almond Flour | 1/4 cup + 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.42 | 6.67 |
| Medium Rye Flour | 3/8 cup | 0.38 | 6.04 |
| Semolina Flour | 4 tbsp | 0.25 | 3.93 |
| Cornmeal (Whole) | 1/4 cup + 1/2 tbsp | 0.29 | 4.64 |
| Cornmeal (Yellow, Quaker) | 1/4 cup | 0.26 | 4.1 |
| Cornstarch | 1/4 cup + 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.36 | 5.71 |
| Granulated Sugar (White Sugar) | 3 tbsp | 0.2 | 3.23 |
| Brown Sugar (Packed) | 3 tbsp | 0.19 | 3 |
| Powdered Sugar (Unsifted) | 1/4 cup + 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.35 | 5.66 |
| Honey | 2 tbsp | 0.12 | 1.9 |
| Maple Syrup | 2 tbsp | 0.13 | 2.05 |
| Molasses | 2 tbsp | 0.12 | 1.88 |
| Corn Syrup | 2 tbsp | 0.13 | 2.05 |
| Butter | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.83 |
| Vegetable Oil | 3 tbsp | 0.2 | 3.23 |
| Olive Oil | 3 tbsp | 0.2 | 3.2 |
| Vegetable Shortening | 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.22 | 3.48 |
| Milk | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.82 |
| Heavy Cream | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.82 |
| Sour Cream | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.82 |
| Cream Cheese | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.82 |
| Buttermilk | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.82 |
| Ricotta Cheese | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.82 |
| Rolled Oats (King Arthur) | 1/4 cup + 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.35 | 5.66 |
| Old-Fashioned Or Quick Oats | 1/4 cup + 3 tbsp | 0.45 | 7.19 |
| Long-Grain Rice (Dry) | 3 tbsp | 0.2 | 3.23 |
| Quinoa (Whole) | 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.23 | 3.62 |
| Cocoa Powder (Unsweetened) | 1/4 cup + 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.48 | 7.62 |
| Chocolate Chips | 4 tbsp | 0.24 | 3.76 |
| Table Salt | 2 tbsp | 0.14 | 2.22 |
| Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) | 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp | 0.31 | 5 |
| Kosher Salt (Morton) | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.16 | 2.5 |
| Baking Powder | 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.21 | 3.33 |
| Baking Soda | 2 tbsp | 0.14 | 2.22 |
| Breadcrumbs (Dried) | 1/4 cup + 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.36 | 5.71 |
| Breadcrumbs (Fresh) | 1/4 cup + 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.48 | 7.62 |
| Peanut Butter | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.15 | 2.37 |
| Almonds (Sliced) | 1/4 cup + 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.47 | 7.44 |
| Walnuts (Chopped) | 1/4 cup + 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.35 | 5.66 |
| Pecans (Whole) | 3/8 cup | 0.38 | 6.1 |
| Raisins (Loose) | 1/4 cup + 1/2 tbsp | 0.27 | 4.3 |
| Shredded Coconut (Unsweetened) | 3/4 cup | 0.75 | 12.08 |
| Shredded Coconut (Sweetened) | 1/4 cup + 3 1/2 tbsp | 0.47 | 7.53 |
| Bananas (Mashed) | 3 tbsp | 0.18 | 2.82 |
| Apples (Peeled, Sliced) | 1/4 cup + 1 1/2 tbsp | 0.35 | 5.66 |
| Blueberries (Dried) | 1/4 cup | 0.26 | 4.1 |
| Water | 2 1/2 tbsp | 0.17 | 2.7 |
Weights are averages from the King Arthur Baking ingredient weight chart, last checked 31 Oct 2026. They shift a little with brand, humidity and how the cup is filled, so weigh your ingredients when accuracy matters.
Facts and tips for converting 40 grams
Key figures
- 40 g in ounces
- 1.41 oz
- 40 g in pounds
- 0.088 lb
- 40 g of water in millilitres
- 40 ml
- 40 g of water in cups
- 0.17 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: 40 grams to cups
How many cups is 40 grams of flour?
40 grams of all-purpose flour is 0.33 cups, about 1/3 cup, using 120 g per cup.
How many cups is 40 grams of sugar?
40 grams of granulated sugar is 0.2 cups, about 3 tbsp, using 198 g per cup.
Is 40 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.
Alex Morgan
Alex Morgan is the Founder & editor of GramsToCups.recipes, helping home cooks and bakers convert grams to cups and cups to grams with ease. He focuses on simple, accurate ingredient conversions and practical kitchen measurement guides to make cooking and baking easier. About the site