Half Cup of Rice Flour (white) in Grams

1/2 cup of rice flour (white) weighs 70g (2.47 oz, 120ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup rice flour (white) = 140g, spooned and leveled method). 1/2 cup = 0.5 of a full cup (240ml). See the full conversion table below for all amounts from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups.

1/2 Cup
70g
2.47 oz
1/2 Cup → ml
120ml
0.583 g/ml density
1 cup reference
140g
USDA standard

Rice Flour (white) Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table

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

AmountGrams
1 tbsp8.75g
2 tbsp17.5g
1/8 cup17.5g
1/4 cup35g
1/3 cup46.67g
1/2 cupthis page70g
2/3 cup93.33g
3/4 cup105g
1 cup140g
1 1/4 cups175g
1 1/2 cups210g
1 3/4 cups245g
2 cups280g
2 1/2 cups350g
3 cups420g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 20137). 1 US cup = 240ml. Values use spooned-and-leveled method.

1/2 Cup of Different Ingredients — Weight Comparison

1/2 cup of different ingredients varies widely in weight because each has a different density. This matters when substituting ingredients in recipes.

Ingredient1/2 Cup (g)
Almond Flour48g
Cake Flour50g
Coconut Flour56g
Whole Wheat Flour60g
Buckwheat Flour60g
All-Purpose Flour62.5g
Bread Flour65g
Rice Flour (white)current70g
Semolina Flour83.5g

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

Measuring Rice Flour (white) Accurately

Why weight matters: 1/2 cup of rice flour (white) can weigh anywhere from 60g to 84g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 70g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.

About rice flour (white) density: White rice flour: 1 cup = 140g. Finely milled from polished white rice. Lighter than all-purpose flour but heavier than almond flour. Key ingredient in gluten-free baking. Brown rice flour is slightly heavier (~160g/cup). Used in mochi, crepes, and GF blends.

Spoon & Level
70g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~81g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
70g
Most reliable — eliminates technique variation

About 1/2 Cup as a Measurement

1/2 cup (120ml) is the most common single-serving measurement in baking. It equals 8 tablespoons or 24 teaspoons. Most standard muffin recipes call for 1/2 cup of flour per 6 muffins.

Half cup is a standard baking unit used in muffins, quick breads, pancakes, and cookie doughs. It represents exactly half of a US standard measuring cup (240ml).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 1/2 cup of rice flour (white)?

1/2 cup of rice flour (white) weighs 70 grams (2.47 oz, 120ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup rice flour (white) = 140g, so 1/2 cup = 140 × 0.500 = 70g.

Is 1/2 cup of rice flour (white) the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 70g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 70g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 1/2 cup of rice flour (white)?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 70g of rice flour (white). If using measuring cups, spoon the rice flour (white) lightly into a 1/2 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 1/2 cup of rice flour (white) compare to other ingredients?

1/2 cup of different ingredients varies significantly: Almond Flour = 48g, Cake Flour = 50g, Coconut Flour = 56g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.

Other Amounts for Rice Flour (white)

Data source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (FDC ID: 20137). View original USDA record

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