So your recipe calls for 130 grams, and now you’re trying to guess whether that’s a little scoop, a big scoop, or something in between.
Yup, we’we all been there. Here’s the catch: Weight and volume don’t always translate nicely.
It depends on the density of the ingredient.
Scroll on for a super simple converter, some handy charts, and all the info you need to make the swap with ease.
130 grams to cups converter
130 g to cups converter
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How can you convert 130 grams to cups
Let's assume you want to make a hearty, homemade jota soup, and the recipe says you need to soak 130 grams of beans overnight before you start cooking.
Okay, okay, but what does that look like in cups?
Well, here’s where it gets a little tricky (in a friendly, bean-sized way). Because when you’re dealing with dry beans, things aren’t as cut-and-dried (pun intended) as just grabbing a measuring cup.
Dried beans are small but hungry. They don’t take up much space at first, but give them a soak overnight, and they plump right up, almost double or triple in size depending on the variety. That means the same weight of beans will fill a different amount of space before and after soaking.
And not all beans behave the same, either. Some are tiny and dense, like lentils or navy beans, while others (like kidney, cannellini, or borlotti) are larger and leave more air between them when you scoop them into a cup. That affects how many grams fit into a single cup.
It also ties into density, which is basically how heavy something is relative to the space it takes up. Dried beans are dense little things. Once soaked, their density decreases as they absorb water and puff up in the measuring cup.
But let’s not overthink it. This is not a physics exam; what we want is a solid estimate:
You’ve got 130 grams of dried beans.
On average, 1 cup of dried beans weighs around 190 grams.
Now let’s do the math:
130 ÷ 190 = about 0.68 cups
Or in plain terms:
Cups = weight in grams ÷ grams per cup
So, 130 grams of dried beans come to a little over 2/3 of a cup (roughly 0.68 cups).
Just keep in mind that once they soak, they’ll easily swell to nearly twice that volume and even more when they cook. So make sure your bowl is big enough!
If 130 grams to cups has you scratching your head, this guide will clear things up. It includes detailed ingredient charts, global cup measure systems (United States cups, EU metric system, UK and Australian cups), and downloadable printables.
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May your measurements stay true and your meals turn out just right!
130 grams to cups FAQs
130 grams of whole wheat flour is about 1 cup. Since whole wheat flour is denser and heavier than all-purpose flour, the cup measurement stays compact. When you convert grams to cups for flour, it’s important to spoon it into the cup and level it off with precision.
130 grams of salt is roughly ½ cup, but it really depends on the type. Fine table salt packs more densely than coarse or flaky salt, so the volume can be notably different. For example, 130 grams of fine salt is about ½ cup, while the same weight of flaky sea salt could be closer to ⅔ cup. That’s around 4.6 oz or about 22 tsp, depending on the grain.
130 grams of water equals 130 ml, which is a little over ½ cup (about 0.55 cups). Thanks to water’s consistent density, this is a high-accuracy conversion that stays reliable no matter the temperature or container.
30 grams of yogurt is roughly ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons, but the exact volume depends on how thick the yogurt is. A cup of thick, creamy yogurt will weigh more and take up less space than a runny, drinkable yogurt, which tends to fill the cup more loosely.
130 grams of Greek yogurt is about 0.55 to 0.6 cups, depending on how thick or strained it is. Ultra-thick varieties will weigh more per cup, while lighter ones may slightly increase the volume.
You’ll get around ½ cup from 130 grams of peanut butter. How you spoon or pack it into the cup can slightly affect the final measurement.
Melted, 130 grams of butter equals approximately 0.57 cups.
That’s about ⅔ cup when the brown sugar is firmly packed. If it's loosely scooped, you might end up with closer to ¾ cup, but recipes usually assume it's packed unless noted otherwise.
Cooked rice varies by type, but generally, 130 grams is about ¾ cup. The moisture level and grain size (e.g., sticky rice vs. basmati) will affect the volume, with wetter rice being slightly more compact.
That would be about ⅔ cup when softened or at room temperature. If melted, it might take up a little less volume, closer to 0.6 cups, since it settles more evenly.
If you’re measuring uncooked whole basmati rice, 130 grams is about ¾ cup. For broken basmati, which packs more tightly, it’s slightly less - around ⅔ cup. Once cooked, 130 grams of cooked basmati rice equals roughly ¾ to 1 cup, depending on how much water it absorbed and whether the grains stayed fluffy or got sticky.
Raw buckwheat groats weigh about ¾ to ⅞ cup (130 grams). The variation comes from whether it’s roasted (kasha) or raw, and if grains are coarse or whole.
| Ingredient | Cups (130 g) |
|---|---|
| 130 g All-purpose flour | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Almond flour | 1⅜ cups |
| 130 g Baking cocoa (unsweetened) | 1½ cups |
| 130 g Baking powder | ⅔ cup |
| 130 g Baking soda | ½ cup |
| 130 g Banana (mashed) | ½ cup |
| 130 g Blueberries | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Bread flour | 1 cup |
| 130 g Brown sugar (packed) | ½ cup |
| 130 g Butter | ½ cup |
| 130 g Buttermilk | ½ cup |
| 130 g Cake flour | 1¼ cups |
| 130 g Carrots (grated) | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Cashews (chopped) | 1 cup |
| 130 g Cheddar cheese (shredded) | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Chia seeds | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Chocolate chips | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Cinnamon (ground) | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Coconut (shredded) | 1½ cups |
| 130 g Coconut flour | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Coconut oil (solid) | ½ cup |
| 130 g Cornmeal | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Cornstarch | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Cream cheese | ½ cup |
| 130 g Dates (chopped) | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Egg (whole) | 2½ cups |
| 130 g Flaxseed (ground) | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Gluten-free flour | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Greek yogurt | ½ cup |
| 130 g Hazelnuts (chopped) | 1 cup |
| 130 g Heavy cream | ½ cup |
| 130 g Honey | ⅜ cup |
| 130 g Maple syrup | ⅜ cup |
| 130 g Milk | ½ cup |
| 130 g Molasses | ⅜ cup |
| 130 g Nutella | ½ cup |
| 130 g Oats (rolled) | 1½ cups |
| 130 g Oil (vegetable/canola) | ½ cup |
| 130 g Orange zest | 1½ cups |
| 130 g Peanut butter (smooth) | ½ cup |
| 130 g Pecans (chopped) | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Pine nuts | 1 cup |
| 130 g Powdered sugar | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Pumpkin puree | ½ cup |
| 130 g Quinoa (uncooked) | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Raisins | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Ricotta cheese | ½ cup |
| 130 g Rice (uncooked) | ⅔ cup |
| 130 g Salt | ½ cup |
| 130 g Semolina flour | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Shortening | ⅝ cup |
| 130 g Sour cream | ½ cup |
| 130 g Spelt flour | 1¼ cups |
| 130 g Sugar (granulated) | ⅝ cup |
| 130 g Sunflower seeds | 1 cup |
| 130 g Sweetened condensed milk | ⅜ cup |
| 130 g Tahini | ½ cup |
| 130 g Tofu (soft) | ½ cup |
| 130 g Vanilla extract | ⅝ cup |
| 130 g Walnuts (chopped) | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Water | ½ cup |
| 130 g Wheat germ | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g White chocolate chips | ¾ cup |
| 130 g White rice flour | ¾ cup |
| 130 g Whole milk yogurt | ½ cup |
| 130 g Whole wheat flour | 1⅛ cups |
| 130 g Yeast (active dry) | 1 cup |
| 130 g Zucchini (grated) | 1⅛ cups |
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