Ground Coffee in Grams: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Convert ground coffee from cups to grams and ounces with precision for any recipe.
1 cup of ground coffee weighs 90 grams.
≈ 3.17 oz (weight)
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1 cup of Ground coffee weighs 90 grams.
90g (3.17 oz)
Level, unpacked US cupGround coffee
US & UK alternative namesSpoon into cup & level off with a knife.
Prevent packing errorsGround coffee cups to grams
Complete conversion reference chart for standard US cup measurements to grams and ounces.
| Cups (US) | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 11g | 0.39 oz |
| 1/4 cup | 22.5g | 0.79 oz |
| 1/3 cup | 29.7g | 1.05 oz |
| 1/2 cup | 45g | 1.59 oz |
| 2/3 cup | 60g | 2.12 oz |
| 3/4 cup | 68g | 2.4 oz |
| 1 cup | 90g | 3.17 oz |
| 1 1/2 cups | 135g | 4.76 oz |
| 2 cups | 180g | 6.35 oz |
| 3 cups | 270g | 9.52 oz |
| 4 cups | 360g | 12.7 oz |
| 5 cups | 450g | 15.87 oz |
| Weight (Grams) | Cups (US) | Ounces (oz) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | ≈ 1/4 cup (0.28) | 0.88 oz | 4.44 tbsp |
| 50g | ≈ 1/2 cup (0.56) | 1.76 oz | 8.89 tbsp |
| 75g | ≈ 3/4 cup (0.83) | 2.65 oz | 13.33 tbsp |
| 100g | ≈ 1 cup (1.11) | 3.53 oz | 17.78 tbsp |
| 125g | ≈ 1 1/2 cups (1.39) | 4.41 oz | 22.22 tbsp |
| 150g | ≈ 1 3/4 cups (1.67) | 5.29 oz | 26.67 tbsp |
| 200g | ≈ 2 1/4 cups (2.22) | 7.05 oz | 35.56 tbsp |
| 250g | ≈ 2 3/4 cups (2.78) | 8.82 oz | 44.44 tbsp |
| 300g | ≈ 3 1/4 cups (3.33) | 10.58 oz | 53.33 tbsp |
| 350g | ≈ 4 cups (3.89) | 12.35 oz | 62.22 tbsp |
| 400g | ≈ 4 1/2 cups (4.44) | 14.11 oz | 71.11 tbsp |
| 500g | ≈ 5 1/2 cups (5.56) | 17.64 oz | 88.89 tbsp |
1 cup of ground coffee weighs 90 grams. Ground coffee is much denser than whole beans — the grinding breaks down the air gaps. For brewing, most recipes specify grams or tablespoons rather than cups.
For the most accurate results, weigh your ground coffee with a digital kitchen scale — the values below assume a level, unpacked cup.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of ground coffee?
1 cup of ground coffee weighs 90g.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of ground coffee?
1/2 cup of ground coffee weighs 45g.
How many grams is 1/4 cup of ground coffee?
1/4 cup of ground coffee weighs 22.5g.
How many cups is 100g of ground coffee?
100g of ground coffee is approximately 1.11 cups.
How many grams is 2 cups of ground coffee?
2 cups of ground coffee weighs 180g.
How many grams is 1/3 cup of ground coffee?
1/3 cup of ground coffee weighs 29.7g.
How many ounces is 1 cup of ground coffee?
1 cup of ground coffee weighs approximately 3.2 ounces (90g).
How many grams is 3 cups of ground coffee?
3 cups of ground coffee weighs 270g.
Common mistakes to avoid with ground coffee
- Using coffee that is too coarsely ground for espresso, resulting in weak flavor.
- Grinding coffee beans too far in advance, causing loss of freshness.
- Using old coffee that has absorbed moisture, leading to stale taste.
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