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Granulated sugar: cup to tsp

1 cup granulated sugar ≈ 48 tsp

Ingredient: Granulated sugar Density used: 0.85 g/ml Units: cup → tsp
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Result in tsp. Assumes density and typical packing.
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Common amounts
cup tsp
0.25 cup 12 tsp
0.5 cup 24 tsp
1 cup 48 tsp
2 cup 96 tsp
3 cup 144 tsp

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FAQ

Why does cup of Granulated sugar vary in tsp?

Different packing densities, temperature, and moisture content affect how much Granulated sugar weighs per volume. This converter uses the typical density of Granulated (0.85 g/ml), but real-world results may vary.

Is this exact for every recipe?

This converter gives typical tsp for cup of Granulated sugar, but precision depends on how the ingredient was measured and packed. For baking and other precision work, weighing Granulated sugar directly is best.

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