Cream of Tartar: Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of cream of tartar weighs 239g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Cream of Tartar Conversion Table
1 cup cream of tartar = 239g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 29.88g | 1.05 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 59.75g | 2.11 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 79.67g | 2.81 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 119.5g | 4.22 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 159.33g | 5.62 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 179.25g | 6.32 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 239g | 8.43 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 298.75g | 10.54 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 358.5g | 12.65 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 398.33g | 14.05 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 478g | 16.86 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 597.5g | 21.08 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 717g | 25.29 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 836.5g | 29.51 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 956g | 33.72 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Why Does 1 Cup of Cream of Tartar Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 239g.
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 Cream of Tartar Density
Cream of tartar: 1 teaspoon = 5g. Stabilizes egg whites in meringues. Mix 2 parts cream of tartar + 1 part baking soda = baking powder substitute. Also prevents sugar crystallization in candy making.
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.
Cream of Tartar: Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert cream of tartar from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.1 cups | 1.67 tbsp | 5.02 tsp |
| 50g | 0.21 cups | 3.35 tbsp | 10.04 tsp |
| 100g | 0.42 cups | 6.69 tbsp | 20.08 tsp |
| 150g | 0.63 cups | 10.04 tbsp | 30.13 tsp |
| 200g | 0.84 cups | 13.39 tbsp | 40.17 tsp |
| 250g | 1.05 cups | 16.74 tbsp | 50.21 tsp |
| 300g | 1.26 cups | 20.08 tbsp | 60.25 tsp |
| 400g | 1.67 cups | 26.78 tbsp | 80.33 tsp |
| 500g | 2.09 cups | 33.47 tbsp | 100.42 tsp |
Based on 1 cup cream of tartar = 239g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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