1 BR cup (xícara)
126g
1 US cup
124g
1 tbsp
7.9g
1 tsp
2.63g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
124 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
4,37 oz
Pounds
0,27 lb
Cornmeal — 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 | 31,5g | 1,11 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 42g | 1,48 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 63g | 2,22 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 94,5g | 3,33 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 126g | 4,44 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 252g | 8,89 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of cornmeal?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of cornmeal is approximately 124 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 126 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of cornmeal?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of cornmeal is approximately 62 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 63 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of cornmeal?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of cornmeal is approximately 7.9 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of cornmeal?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of cornmeal is approximately 2.63 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for cornmeal?
The US cup (236ml) holds 124g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 126g — a difference of just 2g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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