One-Third Cup of Cake Flour in Grams
1/3 cup of cake flour weighs 33.33g (1.18 oz, 80ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup cake flour = 100g, spooned and leveled method). 1/3 cup = 0.3333 of a full cup (240ml). See the full conversion table below for all amounts from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups.
Cake Flour Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table
Full range from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups. The highlighted row shows 1/3 cup.
| Amount | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 6.25g |
| 2 tbsp | 12.5g |
| 1/8 cup | 12.5g |
| 1/4 cup | 25g |
| 1/3 cupthis page | 33.33g |
| 1/2 cup | 50g |
| 2/3 cup | 66.67g |
| 3/4 cup | 75g |
| 1 cup | 100g |
| 1 1/4 cups | 125g |
| 1 1/2 cups | 150g |
| 1 3/4 cups | 175g |
| 2 cups | 200g |
| 2 1/2 cups | 250g |
| 3 cups | 300g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 20083). 1 US cup = 240ml. Values use spooned-and-leveled method.
1/3 Cup of Different Ingredients — Weight Comparison
1/3 cup of different ingredients varies widely in weight because each has a different density. This matters when substituting ingredients in recipes.
| Ingredient | 1/3 Cup (g) |
|---|---|
| Almond Flour | 32g |
| Cake Flourcurrent | 33.33g |
| Coconut Flour | 37.33g |
| Whole Wheat Flour | 40g |
| Buckwheat Flour | 40g |
| All-Purpose Flour | 41.67g |
| Bread Flour | 43.33g |
| Rice Flour (white) | 46.67g |
| Semolina Flour | 55.67g |
All values use USDA FoodData Central spooned-and-leveled method. Click any ingredient to see its full conversion table.
Measuring Cake Flour Accurately
Why weight matters: 1/3 cup of cake flour can weigh anywhere from 28g to 40g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 33.33g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.
About cake flour density: Cake flour is the lightest of all wheat flours. Very finely milled with low protein (7-9%). 1 cup = 100g (sifted). Always sift cake flour before measuring. Used for tender cakes, delicate pastries.
About 1/3 Cup as a Measurement
1/3 cup = 5 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon = 80ml. This unusual fraction appears in recipes that scale for 2 servings from a 3-serving base. It cannot be made from combining standard 1/4 and 1/8 cup measures without error.
One-third cup is common in yogurt parfait recipes, small-batch granola bars, and single-layer cake recipes scaled for 2 servings. It is exactly 80ml in metric volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1/3 cup of cake flour?
1/3 cup of cake flour weighs 33.33 grams (1.18 oz, 80ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup cake flour = 100g, so 1/3 cup = 100 × 0.333 = 33.33g.
Is 1/3 cup of cake flour the same weight every time?
The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 33.33g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 33.33g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.
How do I accurately measure 1/3 cup of cake flour?
For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 33.33g of cake flour. If using measuring cups, spoon the cake flour lightly into a 1/3 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 1/3 cup of cake flour compare to other ingredients?
1/3 cup of different ingredients varies significantly: Almond Flour = 32g, Cake Flour = 33.33g, Coconut Flour = 37.33g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.