Steel-Cut Oats: Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of steel-cut oats weighs 160g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Steel-Cut Oats Conversion Table
1 cup steel-cut oats = 160g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 20g | 0.71 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 40g | 1.41 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 53.33g | 1.88 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 80g | 2.82 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 106.67g | 3.76 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 120g | 4.23 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 160g | 5.64 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 200g | 7.05 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 240g | 8.47 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 266.67g | 9.41 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 320g | 11.29 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 400g | 14.11 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 480g | 16.93 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 560g | 19.75 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 640g | 22.58 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Steel-Cut Oats vs Other Oats Types
Different types of oats vary in weight per cup due to different densities.
| Oats Type | 1 Cup (g) | Density (g/ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Steel-Cut Oatscurrent | 160g | 0.667 |
| Oat Flour | 92g | 0.383 |
| Rolled Oats | 90g | 0.375 |
Why Does 1 Cup of Steel-Cut Oats Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 160g.
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 Steel-Cut Oats Density
Steel-cut oats: 1 cup = 160g — significantly denser than rolled oats (90g/cup). Cut from whole oat groats by steel blades, not rolled. Takes 20-30 minutes to cook. Chewier texture with lower glycemic index than rolled oats. Also called Irish oats or pinhead oats.
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.
Steel-Cut Oats: Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert steel-cut oats from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.16 cups | 2.5 tbsp | 7.5 tsp |
| 50g | 0.31 cups | 5 tbsp | 15 tsp |
| 100g | 0.63 cups | 10 tbsp | 30 tsp |
| 150g | 0.94 cups | 15 tbsp | 45 tsp |
| 200g | 1.25 cups | 20 tbsp | 60 tsp |
| 250g | 1.56 cups | 25 tbsp | 75 tsp |
| 300g | 1.88 cups | 30 tbsp | 90 tsp |
| 400g | 2.5 cups | 40 tbsp | 120 tsp |
| 500g | 3.13 cups | 50 tbsp | 150 tsp |
Based on 1 cup steel-cut oats = 160g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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