Convert Gelatin from Cup to Grams

How many grams is 1 cup of gelatin?

1 cup of gelatin (powdered gelatin) is 150 grams. 2 cups of gelatin is 300 grams. 1/2 cup of gelatin is 75 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the metric cup (250 ml). A US cup is slightly smaller at 240 ml, so it holds a little less. Use the US cup converter →
  • Cup sizes are not standard worldwide, so the same cup of an ingredient can weigh more or less depending on the country. What is a cup measurement →

Gelatin is an unflavoured protein powder made from collagen, used to set mousses, panna cotta, jellies, and marshmallows. One metric cup (250 ml) of powdered gelatin weighs around 150 grams or 5.29 ounces. Most recipes call for it by the packet (one packet = 7 g = about 2.3 tsp) or by the tablespoon, where 1 tbsp weighs about 9 grams.

Too little gelatin and a mousse won't hold its shape; too much and the texture turns rubbery. Measuring by weight is far more reliable than scooping, which packs the powder differently each time.

Also known as

  • powdered gelatin
  • gelatine
  • unflavored gelatin
  • Knox gelatin

Agar-agar is the plant-based alternative to gelatin, derived from seaweed. It sets firmer and holds at room temperature. Use the agar-agar converter for vegan-friendly gels and jellies. See our Agar-Agar converter.

Pectin is the fruit-based gelling agent used for jams and jellies. Unlike gelatin, it requires sugar and acid to activate. Use the pectin converter when making preserves. See our Pectin converter.

Out of gelatin? See gelatin substitutes →

No measuring cups? The tool below gets you close. For consistent results, grab a measuring cup set.

Gelatin Measurement Converter

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Common Gelatin Conversions

Here are the most common gelatin conversions from cups to grams.

CupsGrams
0.25 cups37.5 g
0.5 cups75 g
0.75 cups112.5 g
1 cup150 g
1.25 cups187.5 g
1.5 cups225 g
2 cups300 g
2.5 cups375 g
3 cups450 g

Gelatin Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting gelatin from Cup to Grams and other measurements.

cupgramsouncescup(US)tbsptsp
0.25 cup37.5 g1.32 oz0.26 cup (US)4.17 tbsp12.5 tsp
0.5 cup75 g2.65 oz0.52 cup (US)8.33 tbsp25 tsp
1 cup150 g5.29 oz1.04 cup (US)16.67 tbsp50 tsp
2 cup300 g10.58 oz2.08 cup (US)33.33 tbsp100 tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 1 cup of gelatin?
1 cup of gelatin is 150 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 cups of gelatin is 300 grams and 0.5 cups is 75 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the gelatin converter
How many grams is 1.5 cups of gelatin?
1.5 cups of gelatin is 225 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 cup of gelatin is 150 grams and 2 cups is 300 grams. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
How many grams is 2 cups of gelatin?
2 cups of gelatin is 300 grams. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 cup of gelatin is 150 grams, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact grams reading.
How many cups of gelatin is 150 grams?
150 grams of gelatin is 1 cup. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between grams and cups without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists cups but you would rather weigh or measure in grams. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How many grams is 1 cup of powdered gelatin?
Powdered gelatin is another name for gelatin, so 1 cup of powdered gelatin is 150 grams, exactly the same as gelatin. The figure does not change with the name: 2 cups is 300 grams and 0.5 cups is 75 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are gelatin and powdered gelatin the same thing?
Yes. Powdered gelatin is another name for gelatin, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 cup of gelatin is 150 grams under either name, and 2 cups is 300 grams. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of gelatin?
1/2 cup of gelatin is 75 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 cup of gelatin is 150 grams and 2 cups is 300 grams. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.

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