Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: US Cups & tbsp to Grams (g) & Ounces (oz) Conversion
Convert volumes of unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed) measured in US cups and tablespoons (tbsp) to its approximate weight in metric grams (g) and imperial/US ounces (oz).
US Volume (Cocoa Powder)
Grams (g) (approx.)
Ounces (oz) (approx. by weight)
1 tablespoon (tbsp)
5-6 g
0.18-0.21 oz
2 tablespoons (1/8 cup)
10-12 g
0.35-0.42 oz
1/4 cup
20-25 g
0.71-0.88 oz
1/3 cup
27-33 g
0.95-1.16 oz
1/2 cup
40-50 g
1.41-1.76 oz
2/3 cup
53-67 g
1.87-2.36 oz
3/4 cup
60-75 g
2.12-2.65 oz
1 cup
80-100 g (often ~85g or 90g)
2.82-3.53 oz
Important Considerations for Cocoa Powder:
Unsweetened cocoa powder is relatively light. The weight of 1 US cup can range from **80 to 100 grams** (approximately 2.8 to 3.5 ounces), depending on how it's spooned and leveled, and whether it's natural or Dutch-processed (Dutch-processed can sometimes be slightly denser). A common average is around 85-90g per cup.
Always use the "spoon and level" method: lightly spoon cocoa powder into the measuring cup and then level off the excess with a straight edge. Do not pack.
Sifting cocoa powder before measuring can help remove lumps and ensure a more consistent volume, but it generally doesn't change the weight significantly if already measured by spooning and leveling.
For recipes where chocolate flavor intensity is critical, measuring cocoa powder by weight with a kitchen scale provides the best accuracy.