Tapioca Flour (Starch): Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of tapioca flour (starch) weighs 120g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Tapioca Flour (Starch) Conversion Table
1 cup tapioca flour (starch) = 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.
Tapioca Flour (Starch) vs Other (Starch) Types
Different types of (starch) vary in weight per cup due to different densities.
| (Starch) Type | 1 Cup (g) | Density (g/ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Tapioca Flour (Starch)current | 120g | 0.5 |
| Cornstarch | 128g | 0.533 |
| Cocoa Powder (unsweetened) | 100g | 0.417 |
| Arrowroot Powder | 128g | 0.533 |
Why Does 1 Cup of Tapioca Flour (Starch) 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 Tapioca Flour (Starch) Density
Tapioca flour/starch: 1 cup = 120g. Extracted from cassava root. Very fine, white powder. Used as a thickener (like cornstarch) and in gluten-free baking blends. Adds chewiness to baked goods. 1 tablespoon tapioca starch = 1 tablespoon cornstarch for thickening. USDA FDC 20070.
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.
Tapioca Flour (Starch): Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert tapioca flour (starch) 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 tapioca flour (starch) = 120g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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