Two-Thirds Cup of Bread Flour in Grams

2/3 cup of bread flour weighs 86.67g (3.06 oz, 160ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup bread flour = 130g, spooned and leveled method). 2/3 cup = 0.6667 of a full cup (240ml). See the full conversion table below for all amounts from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups.

2/3 Cup
86.67g
3.06 oz
2/3 Cup → ml
160ml
0.542 g/ml density
1 cup reference
130g
USDA standard

Bread Flour Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table

Full range from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups. The highlighted row shows 2/3 cup.

AmountGrams
1 tbsp8.13g
2 tbsp16.25g
1/8 cup16.25g
1/4 cup32.5g
1/3 cup43.33g
1/2 cup65g
2/3 cupthis page86.67g
3/4 cup97.5g
1 cup130g
1 1/4 cups162.5g
1 1/2 cups195g
1 3/4 cups227.5g
2 cups260g
2 1/2 cups325g
3 cups390g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 20082). 1 US cup = 240ml. Values use spooned-and-leveled method.

2/3 Cup of Different Ingredients — Weight Comparison

2/3 cup of different ingredients varies widely in weight because each has a different density. This matters when substituting ingredients in recipes.

Ingredient2/3 Cup (g)
Almond Flour64g
Cake Flour66.67g
Coconut Flour74.67g
Whole Wheat Flour80g
Buckwheat Flour80g
All-Purpose Flour83.33g
Bread Flourcurrent86.67g
Rice Flour (white)93.33g
Semolina Flour111.33g

All values use USDA FoodData Central spooned-and-leveled method. Click any ingredient to see its full conversion table.

Measuring Bread Flour Accurately

Why weight matters: 2/3 cup of bread flour can weigh anywhere from 74g to 104g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 86.67g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.

About bread flour density: Bread flour is slightly denser than all-purpose flour due to higher protein content (12-14% vs 10-12%). 1 cup bread flour = 130g (spooned). Higher gluten protein means denser packing. Best for yeast breads, pizza dough.

Spoon & Level
86.67g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~100g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
86.67g
Most reliable — eliminates technique variation

About 2/3 Cup as a Measurement

2/3 cup = 10 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons = 160ml. This measure appears when scaling up 1/3 cup recipes by doubling. Use two 1/3-cup measures for accuracy, as 2/3 cup sets are less common.

Two-thirds cup is often seen in oatmeal cookie recipes, breakfast grain bowls, and rice cooker recipes for 2 servings. It equals exactly 160ml or approximately 5.4 fluid ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 2/3 cup of bread flour?

2/3 cup of bread flour weighs 86.67 grams (3.06 oz, 160ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup bread flour = 130g, so 2/3 cup = 130 × 0.667 = 86.67g.

Is 2/3 cup of bread flour the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 86.67g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 86.67g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 2/3 cup of bread flour?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 86.67g of bread flour. If using measuring cups, spoon the bread flour lightly into a 2/3 Cup measuring cup and level off the top with a straight edge. Avoid scooping directly from the container, which compacts the ingredient and adds extra weight.

How does 2/3 cup of bread flour compare to other ingredients?

2/3 cup of different ingredients varies significantly: Almond Flour = 64g, Cake Flour = 66.67g, Coconut Flour = 74.67g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.

Other Amounts for Bread Flour

Data source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (FDC ID: 20082). View original USDA record

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