Chopped Walnuts: Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of chopped walnuts weighs 120g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Chopped Walnuts Conversion Table
1 cup chopped walnuts = 120g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 15g | 0.53 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 30g | 1.06 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 40g | 1.41 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 60g | 2.12 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 80g | 2.82 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 90g | 3.17 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 120g | 4.23 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 150g | 5.29 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 180g | 6.35 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 200g | 7.05 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 240g | 8.47 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 300g | 10.58 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 360g | 12.7 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 420g | 14.82 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 480g | 16.93 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Chopped Walnuts vs Other Walnuts Types
Different types of walnuts vary in weight per cup due to different densities.
| Walnuts Type | 1 Cup (g) | Density (g/ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Chopped Walnutscurrent | 120g | 0.5 |
| Chopped Pecans | 109g | 0.454 |
Why Does 1 Cup of Chopped Walnuts Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 120g.
Spooned & Leveled
Spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup, then level off with a straight edge. This is the standard method used by USDA FoodData Central.
Reference weightSifted
Sift the ingredient first, then spoon into the cup. Sifting aerates the ingredient, reducing weight by 10-20%.
~10-20% lighterScooped (packed)
Dip the cup directly into the bag and pack. This is the most inaccurate method — can be 20-30% heavier than spooned.
~20-30% heavierAbout Chopped Walnuts Density
Chopped walnuts: 1 cup = 120g. Coarsely chopped vs finely chopped can vary by 10-15g/cup. Whole walnut halves: 1 cup = 100g (more air pockets). Toasted walnuts weigh slightly less per cup (moisture lost).
Pro tip: For consistent baking results, use a kitchen scale. Weight measurements eliminate the variability of cup measurement entirely. USDA values shown are based on the spooned & leveled method.
Chopped Walnuts: Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert chopped walnuts from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.21 cups | 3.33 tbsp | 10 tsp |
| 50g | 0.42 cups | 6.67 tbsp | 20 tsp |
| 100g | 0.83 cups | 13.33 tbsp | 40 tsp |
| 150g | 1.25 cups | 20 tbsp | 60 tsp |
| 200g | 1.67 cups | 26.67 tbsp | 80 tsp |
| 250g | 2.08 cups | 33.33 tbsp | 100 tsp |
| 300g | 2.5 cups | 40 tbsp | 120 tsp |
| 400g | 3.33 cups | 53.33 tbsp | 160 tsp |
| 500g | 4.17 cups | 66.67 tbsp | 200 tsp |
Based on 1 cup chopped walnuts = 120g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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