150 Grams of Brown Sugar to Cups: Easy Conversion
Quick Answer
150 grams of brown sugar to cups is 0.70 cups, packed, using 213 grams per US cup for packed brown sugar. That is about 11.27 tablespoons. If the brown sugar is loose and unpacked, 150 grams is about 0.79 cups, because loose brown sugar weighs about 190 grams per cup.
Brown sugar is measured packed in most recipes, so pack it firmly into the cup and level it off. The formula is: cups = grams ÷ grams per cup.
150 Grams of Brown Sugar to Cups Converter
0.70 cups
Result is rounded to two decimal places. One US cup is 16 tablespoons.
150 Grams of Brown Sugar in Cups and Tablespoons
| Brown sugar | Grams per cup | 150 g in cups | 150 g in tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Packed light brown sugar | 213 g | 0.70 cups | 11.27 tbsp |
| Loose brown sugar | 190 g | 0.79 cups | 12.63 tbsp |
| Packed dark brown sugar | 220 g | 0.68 cups | 10.91 tbsp |
How to Convert 150 Grams of Brown Sugar to Cups
Divide grams by grams per cup: 150 ÷ 213 = 0.704, which rounds to 0.70 cups. To get tablespoons, multiply cups by 16: 0.70 × 16 = 11.27 tablespoons. For the most accurate result, weigh brown sugar on a kitchen scale. If you use cups, spoon it in, press it down firmly until it holds its shape, and level the top.
Brown Sugar Conversion Chart (Packed, 213 g per Cup)
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|
| 50 g | 0.23 | 3.76 |
| 100 g | 0.47 | 7.51 |
| 150 g | 0.70 | 11.27 |
| 200 g | 0.94 | 15.02 |
| 213 g | 1.00 | 16.00 |
| 250 g | 1.17 | 18.78 |
| 300 g | 1.41 | 22.54 |
Cups of Brown Sugar to Grams
| Cups (packed) | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 53 g |
| 1/3 cup | 71 g |
| 1/2 cup | 107 g |
| 3/4 cup | 160 g |
| 1 cup | 213 g |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 150 grams of brown sugar?
150 grams of packed brown sugar is 0.70 cups, using 213 grams per US cup.
How many tablespoons is 150 grams of brown sugar?
150 grams of packed brown sugar is 11.27 tablespoons.
Does brown sugar need to be packed?
Yes, in most recipes. Brown sugar is usually measured packed, which means pressing it firmly into the cup. Loose brown sugar weighs less per cup, so the same weight takes up more volume.
How many grams are in a cup of brown sugar?
One US cup of packed brown sugar weighs about 213 grams. One cup of loose brown sugar weighs about 190 grams.
Can I substitute granulated sugar for brown sugar?
You can use the same weight, but the flavour and moisture will differ. Brown sugar adds moisture and a caramel flavour, while granulated sugar is drier and more neutral.
Final Answer
150 grams of brown sugar to cups is 0.70 cups, packed (213 g per US cup), or about 11.27 tablespoons. Use the converter and chart above for other amounts.
Theodore Whitmore writes clear, practical guides about grams, cups, ingredient weights, and everyday kitchen conversions for home cooks and bakers.
