Convert Molasses from Cup

How much is 1 cup of molasses?

1 cup of molasses (blackstrap molasses) is 340 grams, about 12 ounces. 0.5 cups of molasses is 170 grams and 2 cups is 680 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

Molasses is a thick, dark syrup produced as a byproduct of refining cane sugar into white crystals. When a recipe calls for it by weight, one metric cup (250 ml) is around 340 grams or 12 ounces. Its bittersweet depth gives gingerbread, treacle tart, and dark rye bread their distinctive flavour.

Molasses clings to measuring cups and spoons, so weighing in grams gives a more reliable result. Pour it directly onto a scale for the cleanest measurement.

Also known as

  • blackstrap molasses
  • treacle

Honey and molasses are both thick liquid sweeteners and close in weight (honey 350 g, molasses 340 g per cup), but honey is golden and floral while molasses is dark and bittersweet. Use them interchangeably only in recipes that can handle the strong, distinctive flavour of molasses. See honey in cups.

Golden syrup is slightly heavier (350 g vs 340 g per cup) and has a mild buttery toffee taste, while molasses is darker and more bitter. They are not a clean 1:1 swap in flavour-sensitive bakes; weigh and expect a milder, sweeter result from golden syrup. See golden syrup in cups.

Maple syrup is lighter (325 g vs 340 g per cup) and thinner with a delicate caramel taste, while molasses is dense and bittersweet. Swap only in recipes that can handle a much stronger, darker flavour. See maple syrup in cups.

Brown sugar is made by mixing white sugar with molasses, so the two are closely related in flavour. In some recipes you can replace a portion of brown sugar with a smaller amount of molasses, though the texture will change as molasses adds moisture without bulk. See brown sugar in cups.

Palm sugar is a dry, granulated sweetener with earthy, caramel notes that come partly from the same compounds molasses contributes to other sugars. It is not a direct liquid substitute, but the two share a similar flavour role in dark, spiced bakes. See palm sugar in cups.

Parisian essence is a thinner caramel browning liquid, much lighter than molasses (230 g vs 340 g per cup). Use it to deepen the colour and add a malty note to cakes and gravies. See parisian essence in cups.

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Common Molasses Conversions

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

CupsGrams
0.25 cups85 g
0.5 cups170 g
0.75 cups255 g
1 cup340 g
1.25 cups425 g
1.5 cups510 g
2 cups680 g
2.5 cups850 g
3 cups1020 g

Molasses Conversion Chart

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

cupgramsouncescup(US)tbsptspmlfl oz
0.25 cup85 g3 oz0.26 cup (US)4.17 tbsp12.5 tsp62.5 ml2.11 fl oz
0.5 cup170 g6 oz0.52 cup (US)8.33 tbsp25 tsp125 ml4.23 fl oz
1 cup340 g12 oz1.04 cup (US)16.67 tbsp50 tsp250 ml8.45 fl oz
2 cup680 g24 oz2.08 cup (US)33.33 tbsp100 tsp500 ml16.91 fl oz

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 cup of molasses?
1 cup of molasses is 340 grams, or 12 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 cups of molasses is 170 grams and 2 cups is 680 grams. Whatever unit your recipe uses, enter the amount in the converter above or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common quantities. Open the molasses converter
How many grams is 1 cup of molasses?
1 cup of molasses is 340 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 cups is 170 grams and 2 cups is 680 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact grams reading at any amount. 1 cup molasses in grams
How many cups of molasses is 340 grams?
340 grams of molasses is 1 cup. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
What is 1 cup of molasses in ounces?
1 cup of molasses is 12 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 cups is 6 ounces and 2 cups is 24 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance. 1 cup molasses in ounces
How do cups and tablespoons compare as units?
Cups and tablespoons are both volume units, so the conversion between them does not vary by ingredient. One metric cup holds about 16.67 tablespoons or 50 teaspoons, and the ratio stays fixed regardless of what you are measuring. The volume converter handles any amount between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres. Cups to tablespoons

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