Honey in Grams: 1 Cup, Tablespoon, Ounce Conversions
1 cup of honey weighs 339 grams — nearly 70% heavier than water and much denser than most sweeteners. This makes honey conversions especially important to get right; using a cup as a proxy for other liquid sweeteners will throw off a recipe significantly. Grease your measuring cup lightly before measuring and the honey will slide out cleanly.
For the most accurate results, weigh your honey with a digital kitchen scale — the values below assume a level, unpacked cup.
Honey cups to grams
| Cups | Grams | Ounces | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 85g | 3 oz | 4 tbsp |
| 1/3 cup | 113g | 4 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| 1/2 cup | 170g | 6 oz | 8 tbsp |
| 2/3 cup | 227g | 8 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| 3/4 cup | 255g | 9 oz | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 340g | 12 oz | 16 tbsp |
| 1 1/2 cups | 510g | 18 oz | 24 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 680g | 24 oz | 32 tbsp |
Honey ounces to grams
| Ounces | Grams | Cups |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | 28g | 0.08 cups |
| 2 oz | 57g | 0.17 cups |
| 3 oz | 85g | 0.25 cups |
| 4 oz | 113g | 0.33 cups |
| 6 oz | 170g | 0.5 cups |
| 8 oz | 227g | 0.67 cups |
| 10 oz | 283g | 0.83 cups |
| 12 oz | 340g | 1 cups |
| 16 oz | 454g | 1.33 cups |
Honey tablespoons to grams
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 16 tablespoons | 336g |
| 12 tablespoons | 252g |
| 8 tablespoons | 168g |
| 4 tablespoons | 84g |
| 2 tablespoons | 42g |
| 1 tablespoon | 21g |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of honey?
1 cup of honey weighs 339g.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of honey?
1 tablespoon of honey weighs 21g.
How many grams is 1/4 cup of honey?
1/4 cup of honey weighs 84.75g.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of honey?
1/2 cup of honey weighs 169.5g.
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of honey?
2 tablespoons of honey weighs 42g.
How many grams is 1/3 cup of honey?
1/3 cup of honey weighs 111.87g.
How many ounces is 1 cup of honey?
1 cup of honey weighs approximately 12 ounces (339g).
How many cups is 100g of honey?
100g of honey is approximately 0.29 cups.
Who is this useful for?
If you're an international cook following US-based recipes, you'll often encounter cup measurements for honey. However, many countries — including those in Europe and Asia — primarily use grams for precision. Converting honey to grams ensures consistent and reliable results, whether you're baking or cooking.
Why accuracy matters for honey
Precision is especially important when using honey in baking and cooking. Even small variations in weight can impact the texture, consistency, and flavour of your dish. For example, too much honey in a recipe can make baked goods dense, while too little may cause them to be too dry or crumbly.
Common mistakes to avoid when cooking with honey
- Replacing sugar with honey without reducing liquid content in baking.
- Using raw honey in recipes that require processed honey for consistency.
- Storing honey in the fridge, causing crystallization.