1 BR cup (xícara)
150g
1 US cup
148g
1 tbsp
9.4g
1 tsp
3.13g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
148 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
5,2 oz
Pounds
0,33 lb
Sesame 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 | 37,5g | 1,32 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 50g | 1,76 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 75g | 2,65 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 113g | 3,97 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 150g | 5,29 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 300g | 10,6 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of sesame seeds?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of sesame seeds is approximately 148 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 150 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of sesame seeds?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of sesame seeds is approximately 74 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 75 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of sesame seeds is approximately 9.4 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of sesame seeds is approximately 3.13 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for sesame seeds?
The US cup (236ml) holds 148g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 150g — a difference of just 2g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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