1 BR cup (xícara)
160g
1 US cup
157g
1 tbsp
10g
1 tsp
3.33g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
157 g
BR Cup (xícara)
0,98 xíc.
US Cup
1 cup
Tablespoon
15,7 tbsp
Teaspoon
47,2 tsp
BR Shot Glass
1,24 copo am.
BR Cream Jar
0,94 copo req.
Fluid oz
7,98 fl oz
Ounces
5,55 oz
Pounds
0,35 lb
Chia Seeds — conversion table
All values for level/unsifted measures · 1 BR cup (xícara) = 240ml · 1 US cup = 236ml · 1 tbsp = 15ml
| Qty | BR Cup (xícara) | US Cup | Tbsp | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ | 0,25 | 0,25 | 4 | 40g | 1,41 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 53,3g | 1,88 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 80g | 2,82 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 120g | 4,23 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 160g | 5,64 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 320g | 11,3 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of chia seeds?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of chia seeds is approximately 157 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 160 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of chia seeds?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of chia seeds is approximately 79 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 80 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of chia seeds?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of chia seeds is approximately 10 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of chia seeds?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of chia seeds is approximately 3.33 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for chia seeds?
The US cup (236ml) holds 157g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 160g — a difference of just 3g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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