1 BR cup (xícara)
128g
1 US cup
126g
1 tbsp
8g
1 tsp
2.67g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
126 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
4,44 oz
Pounds
0,28 lb
Cornstarch — 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 | 32g | 1,13 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 42,7g | 1,51 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 64g | 2,26 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 96g | 3,39 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 128g | 4,52 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 256g | 9,03 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of cornstarch?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of cornstarch is approximately 126 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 128 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of cornstarch?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of cornstarch is approximately 63 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 64 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of cornstarch?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of cornstarch is approximately 8 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of cornstarch?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of cornstarch is approximately 2.67 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for cornstarch?
The US cup (236ml) holds 126g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 128g — a difference of just 2g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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