Convert volumes of cake flour measured in metric cups (250ml) to its approximate weight in metric grams (g) and imperial/US ounces (oz). Cake flour is lighter than all-purpose flour.
Metric Cups (Cake Flour)
Grams (g) (approx.)
Ounces (oz) (approx. by weight)
1/4 Metric Cup
29-32 g
1.02-1.13 oz
1/3 Metric Cup
39-43 g
1.38-1.52 oz
1/2 Metric Cup
58-64 g
2.05-2.26 oz
2/3 Metric Cup
77-85 g
2.72-3.00 oz
3/4 Metric Cup
87-96 g
3.07-3.39 oz
1 Metric Cup (250ml)
115-128 g (often ~120g)
4.06-4.52 oz
Important Considerations for Cake Flour:
The weight of 1 Metric Cup (250ml) of cake flour is typically around **115-125 grams per metric cup** (approx. 4.0-4.4 ounces) when using the "spoon and level" method, and often after sifting as recommended.
Cake flour is finer and has a lower protein content than all-purpose flour, resulting in a lighter texture.
Always follow recipe instructions regarding sifting, as this impacts the measured volume.
For the most delicate cakes, **measuring cake flour by weight (grams or ounces) with a kitchen scale is highly recommended.**