Quick conversions for one US cup
| Ingredient | Grams (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Plain or all-purpose flour | 120 to 125 |
| Caster or granulated sugar | 200 |
| Icing sugar | 120 |
| Brown sugar, packed | 210 |
| Butter | 227 |
| Rolled oats | 90 |
These are typical figures; brands differ by a few grams.
Why not just use cups?
A cup measures volume, and powders compress. Weighing is more repeatable, so when a recipe gives grams, use them.
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