One-Third Cup of Honey in Grams

1/3 cup of honey weighs 113.33g (4 oz, 80ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup honey = 340g, 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.

1/3 Cup
113.33g
4 oz
1/3 Cup → ml
80ml
1.417 g/ml density
1 cup reference
340g
USDA standard

Honey Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table

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

AmountGrams
1 tbsp21.25g
2 tbsp42.5g
1/8 cup42.5g
1/4 cup85g
1/3 cupthis page113.33g
1/2 cup170g
2/3 cup226.67g
3/4 cup255g
1 cup340g
1 1/4 cups425g
1 1/2 cups510g
1 3/4 cups595g
2 cups680g
2 1/2 cups850g
3 cups1020g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 19296). 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.

Ingredient1/3 Cup (g)
Vanilla Extract69.33g
Maple Syrup107.33g
Light Corn Syrup109.33g
Honeycurrent113.33g

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

Measuring Honey Accurately

Why weight matters: 1/3 cup of honey can weigh anywhere from 96g to 136g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 113.33g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.

About honey density: Honey is significantly denser than water — 1 cup = 340g. Density varies slightly with water content (14-18%). Light honey: ~335g/cup. Dark honey: ~345g/cup. Coat measuring cup with oil for easy cleanup. 1 tablespoon honey = 21g.

Spoon & Level
113.33g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~130g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
113.33g
Most reliable — eliminates technique variation

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 honey?

1/3 cup of honey weighs 113.33 grams (4 oz, 80ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup honey = 340g, so 1/3 cup = 340 × 0.333 = 113.33g.

Is 1/3 cup of honey the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 113.33g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 113.33g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 1/3 cup of honey?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 113.33g of honey. If using measuring cups, spoon the honey 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 honey compare to other ingredients?

1/3 cup of different ingredients varies significantly: Vanilla Extract = 69.33g, Maple Syrup = 107.33g, Light Corn Syrup = 109.33g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.

Other Amounts for Honey

Data source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (FDC ID: 19296). View original USDA record

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