Whipping up something tasty? Great. Hitting a metric roadblock mid-recipe? Not so great.
If 400 grams has you stumped, we’ve got the fix.
The catch? Grams and cups aren’t exactly best friends.
How many cups equal 400 grams depends on the density of the ingredient.
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How to convert 400 grams to cups
Let’s say you want to know how many cups 400 grams of raspberries is.
You might think converting raspberries into cups is no big deal. But as soon as you start measuring, you’ll see – it’s not quite that cut and dry.
That’s because different foods take up space in different ways. The weight of something doesn’t always match the volume it fills in a cup. It all comes down to how compact or bulky the ingredient is.
Each ingredient has a different density – a fancy way of saying how much something weighs compared to how much space it takes up. The denser the item, the more it weighs in a smaller volume.
Liquids are easy – they have consistent density, so converting grams to cups is usually a breeze. But ingredients like raspberries? They’re soft, airy, and irregular in shape, which makes them much less predictable.
It’s also worth noting that not all fruits are the same. Different berries have different densities, so what works for blueberries won’t apply to raspberries, and vice versa.
So when you’re converting 400 grams of raspberries to cups, what you need to ask is: Based on their density, how many cups do 400 grams of raspberries actually fill?
Here’s how to figure it out:
1. Start with your weight: 400 grams.
2. Find the density (how many grams are in one cup of raspberries). For raspberries, it’s usually around 125 grams per cup.
3. Divide 400 by 125 to get the number of cups.
Here’s your formula:
Cups = weight in grams ÷ grams per cup
This is how you calculate it:
400 ÷ 125 = 3.2 cups
So, 400 grams of raspberries come out to about 3 and 1/5 cups.
Just keep in mind that the exact result can vary depending on how tightly you pack the raspberries into the cup and how large or small they are.
Still lost in the world of grams and cups? Our kitchen reference grams-to-cups guide lays it all out, covering ingredient specifics, weight-to-volume conversions, and cup systems worldwide. Handy tables and free printables for US, EU, and Australian cups make measuring a breeze, no matter where you are.
Note: We add more ingredients to the converter as we go. If we’ve missed one you need, tell us in the comments.
Cheers to confident scoops and unforgettable flavors!
400 grams to cups FAQs
400 grams of packed brown sugar is just under 2 cups—about 1¾ cups, to be more exact. Since it’s dense and sticky, always pack it firmly when measuring.
Whole almonds weigh about 140 grams per cup, so 400 grams gives you roughly 2.85 cups. You’ll need fewer cups if the almonds are chopped or sliced.
That would be around 2¼ cups. Most cooked beans weigh about 175 grams per cup, though it may vary slightly depending on type and how soft they are.
400 grams of buttermilk is close to 1⅔ cups. Its weight is similar to regular milk, so it’s an easy conversion using a liquid measuring cup.
You’ll need around 2½ cups to get to 400 grams. One cup of chocolate chips weighs about 160 grams on average, depending on chip size.
That’s approximately 1¾ cups, including the juices. The chunk size and how tightly they’re packed can make a small difference.
400 grams of egg whites comes out to around 1⅔ cups. One cup usually weighs around 240 grams, so 400 grams puts you just below the two-cup mark.
You’re looking at about 1¾ cups. Ghee is dense, and 1 cup weighs roughly 227 grams, making this an easy estimate when cooking or baking.
Grated carrots are light and fluffy, so 400 grams gives you around 4¼ cups. This depends a bit on how finely they’re shredded and how moist they are.
That’s about 1⅔ cups. Cream is thick but similar in density to milk, so you can measure it confidently.
You’ll need close to 3¼ cups of icing sugar to match 400 grams. It’s very fine and tends to fluff up, so volume can vary depending on how it’s sifted.
That would be around 1.7 cups. Juice weighs close to 240 grams per cup, so you’re just under two full cups with 400 grams.
Dry lentils weigh about 200 grams per cup, so 400 grams gives you roughly 2 cups.
It depends on the cut and moisture, but generally, 400 grams of chopped or shredded meat equals about 2 cups.
That’s about 1⅓ cups. Nutella is heavy and thick, with 1 cup weighing roughly 300 grams. Don’t forget to scrape the spoon!
400 grams of chopped onions equals roughly 2⅔ cups. Finely chopped onions pack more tightly, so texture does make a difference here.
You’ll get roughly 1¾ cups from 400 grams of ricotta. Because it’s moist and soft, pressing it down can slightly change the volume.
400 grams of semolina flour is about 2½ cups. It’s dense and sandy, making it heavier than regular flour per cup.
That would be close to 3½ cups. Walnuts are lightweight when chopped, so you’ll get quite a bit of volume from 400 grams.
| Ingredient | Cups | Kitchen measure | Grams per cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 g Almond paste | 1.54 cups | 1½ cups + ½ tbsp | 259 g |
| 400 g Almonds (whole) | 2.82 cups | 2¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 142 g |
| 400 g Apples (pieces) | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Arborio rice | 2.00 cups | 2 cups | 200 g |
| 400 g Avocado (cubes) | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Avocado (puree) | 1.74 cups | 1¾ cups | 230 g |
| 400 g Baking cocoa (unsweetened) | 4.71 cups | 4⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 85 g |
| 400 g Baking powder | 2.08 cups | 2 cups + 1½ tbsp | 192 g |
| 400 g Baking soda | 1.39 cups | 1⅓ cups + 1 tbsp | 288 g |
| 400 g Banana (mashed) | 1.76 cups | 1¾ cups | 227 g |
| 400 g Basmati rice | 2.02 cups | 2 cups + ½ tbsp | 198 g |
| 400 g Beans (cooked) | 2.29 cups | 2¼ cups + ½ tbsp | 175 g |
| 400 g Blueberries | 2.70 cups | 2⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 148 g |
| 400 g Bran (wheat) | 6.25 cups | 6¼ cups | 64 g |
| 400 g Breadcrumbs | 3.57 cups | 3½ cups + 1 tbsp | 112 g |
| 400 g Breadcrumbs (panko) | 8.00 cups | 8 cups | 50 g |
| 400 g Broccoli (chopped) | 4.44 cups | 4⅓ cups + 2 tbsp | 90 g |
| 400 g Buckwheat groats | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Butter, salted | 1.76 cups | 1¾ cups | 227 g |
| 400 g Butter, unsalted | 1.76 cups | 1¾ cups | 227 g |
| 400 g Carrots (grated) | 4.04 cups | 4 cups + ½ tbsp | 99 g |
| 400 g Cashews (chopped) | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Cashews (whole) | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Cheddar cheese (shredded) | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Cherry tomatoes | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Chia seeds | 2.70 cups | 2⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 148 g |
| 400 g Chicken (cooked, chopped) | 2.86 cups | 2¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 140 g |
| 400 g Chickpeas (cooked) | 2.44 cups | 2⅓ cups + 1½ tbsp | 164 g |
| 400 g Chocolate (grated) | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Chocolate chips | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Chocolate, dark (chopped) | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Cinnamon (ground) | 3.03 cups | 3 cups + ½ tbsp | 132 g |
| 400 g Coconut (shredded) | 4.71 cups | 4⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 85 g |
| 400 g Coffee grounds | 4.71 cups | 4⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 85 g |
| 400 g Corn (grits) | 2.45 cups | 2⅓ cups + 2 tbsp | 163 g |
| 400 g Corn (shelled) | 2.63 cups | 2½ cups + 2 tbsp | 152 g |
| 400 g Corn syrup | 1.28 cups | 1¼ cups + ½ tbsp | 312 g |
| 400 g Cornmeal | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Cornstarch | 3.57 cups | 3½ cups + 1 tbsp | 112 g |
| 400 g Cranberries (dried) | 3.51 cups | 3½ cups | 114 g |
| 400 g Cream cheese | 1.72 cups | 1¾ cups | 232 g |
| 400 g Cream of tartar | 2.47 cups | 2½ cups | 162 g |
| 400 g Cream, heavy | 1.70 cups | 1⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 235 g |
| 400 g Cumin (ground) | 4.17 cups | 4 cups + 2½ tbsp | 96 g |
| 400 g Currants (dried) | 2.82 cups | 2¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 142 g |
| 400 g Curry powder | 4.17 cups | 4 cups + 2½ tbsp | 96 g |
| 400 g Desiccated coconut | 4.71 cups | 4⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 85 g |
| 400 g Dried fruit | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Edamame | 2.94 cups | 2¾ cups + 3 tbsp | 136 g |
| 400 g Egg (raw) | 1.64 cups | 1⅔ cups | 244 g |
| 400 g Egg whites | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g Erythritol | 2.08 cups | 2 cups + 1½ tbsp | 192 g |
| 400 g Flaxseed (ground) | 4.00 cups | 4 cups | 100 g |
| 400 g Flour, all-purpose | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Flour, almond | 4.17 cups | 4 cups + 2½ tbsp | 96 g |
| 400 g Flour, bread | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Flour, buckwheat | 3.48 cups | 3½ cups | 115 g |
| 400 g Flour, cake | 3.51 cups | 3½ cups | 114 g |
| 400 g Flour, coconut | 3.12 cups | 3 cups + 2 tbsp | 128 g |
| 400 g Flour, gluten-free | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Flour, glutinous rice | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Flour, pastry | 3.77 cups | 3¾ cups + ½ tbsp | 106 g |
| 400 g Flour, rye | 3.77 cups | 3¾ cups + ½ tbsp | 106 g |
| 400 g Flour, semolina | 2.45 cups | 2⅓ cups + 2 tbsp | 163 g |
| 400 g Flour, spelt | 3.92 cups | 3¾ cups + 2½ tbsp | 102 g |
| 400 g Flour, tapioca | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Flour, white rice | 2.82 cups | 2¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 142 g |
| 400 g Flour, whole wheat | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Garlic (minced) | 1.79 cups | 1¾ cups + ½ tbsp | 224 g |
| 400 g Gelatin (powdered) | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Ghee | 2.27 cups | 2¼ cups + ½ tbsp | 176 g |
| 400 g Ginger (grated) | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Ground almonds | 4.17 cups | 4 cups + 2½ tbsp | 96 g |
| 400 g Ground beef (cooked) | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g Ground pork | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g Half-and-half | 1.76 cups | 1¾ cups | 227 g |
| 400 g Hazelnuts (chopped) | 2.96 cups | 2¾ cups + 3½ tbsp | 135 g |
| 400 g Honey | 1.18 cups | 1 cup + 3 tbsp | 340 g |
| 400 g Icing sugar | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Jam (fruit) | 1.18 cups | 1 cup + 3 tbsp | 340 g |
| 400 g Jam, apricot | 1.14 cups | 1 cup + 2½ tbsp | 350 g |
| 400 g Jam, plum | 1.18 cups | 1 cup + 3 tbsp | 340 g |
| 400 g Jam, strawberry | 1.25 cups | 1¼ cups | 320 g |
| 400 g Lard | 1.77 cups | 1¾ cups + ½ tbsp | 226 g |
| 400 g Lentils (cooked) | 2.02 cups | 2 cups + ½ tbsp | 198 g |
| 400 g Lentils (red, dried) | 2.11 cups | 2 cups + 1½ tbsp | 190 g |
| 400 g Maple syrup | 1.28 cups | 1¼ cups + ½ tbsp | 312 g |
| 400 g Margarine | 1.76 cups | 1¾ cups | 227 g |
| 400 g Mascarpone | 1.76 cups | 1¾ cups | 227 g |
| 400 g Mayonnaise | 1.72 cups | 1¾ cups | 232 g |
| 400 g Milk, almond | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Milk, buttermilk | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Milk, coconut | 1.66 cups | 1⅔ cups | 241 g |
| 400 g Milk, condensed | 1.29 cups | 1¼ cups + ½ tbsp | 310 g |
| 400 g Milk, evaporated | 1.59 cups | 1½ cups + 1½ tbsp | 252 g |
| 400 g Milk, oat | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Milk, powdered | 3.57 cups | 3½ cups + 1 tbsp | 112 g |
| 400 g Milk, soy | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Milk, whole | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Molasses | 1.18 cups | 1 cup + 3 tbsp | 340 g |
| 400 g Mushrooms (sliced) | 5.33 cups | 5⅓ cups | 75 g |
| 400 g Noodles (dry) | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Nutella | 1.34 cups | 1⅓ cups | 298 g |
| 400 g Oats (rolled) | 4.44 cups | 4⅓ cups + 2 tbsp | 90 g |
| 400 g Oil, canola | 1.83 cups | 1¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 218 g |
| 400 g Oil, coconut | 1.77 cups | 1¾ cups + ½ tbsp | 226 g |
| 400 g Oil, olive | 1.85 cups | 1¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 216 g |
| 400 g Oil, pumpkin seed | 1.83 cups | 1¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 218 g |
| 400 g Oil, rapeseed | 1.83 cups | 1¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 218 g |
| 400 g Oil, sesame | 1.83 cups | 1¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 218 g |
| 400 g Oil, sunflower | 1.83 cups | 1¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 218 g |
| 400 g Oil, vegetable | 1.83 cups | 1¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 218 g |
| 400 g Onion (chopped) | 2.82 cups | 2¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 142 g |
| 400 g Orange juice | 1.61 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 248 g |
| 400 g Orange zest | 4.44 cups | 4⅓ cups + 2 tbsp | 90 g |
| 400 g Orzo (dry) | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Parmesan (grated) | 4.00 cups | 4 cups | 100 g |
| 400 g Pasta, short (dry) | 3.81 cups | 3¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 105 g |
| 400 g Peanut butter | 1.48 cups | 1½ cups | 270 g |
| 400 g Peas (frozen) | 2.96 cups | 2¾ cups + 3½ tbsp | 135 g |
| 400 g Pecans (chopped) | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Pine nuts | 2.82 cups | 2¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 142 g |
| 400 g Pistachios | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
| 400 g Polenta (dry) | 2.50 cups | 2½ cups | 160 g |
| 400 g Popcorn kernels | 2.00 cups | 2 cups | 200 g |
| 400 g Potato (mashed) | 1.90 cups | 1¾ cups + 2½ tbsp | 210 g |
| 400 g Potatoes (raw, diced) | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Pumpkin puree | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Pumpkin seeds | 2.50 cups | 2½ cups | 160 g |
| 400 g Puree (vegetable) | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g Quinoa (uncooked) | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Raisins | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Raspberries | 3.20 cups | 3 cups + 3 tbsp | 125 g |
| 400 g Rice, white long-grain | 2.02 cups | 2 cups + ½ tbsp | 198 g |
| 400 g Ricotta | 1.76 cups | 1¾ cups | 227 g |
| 400 g Salt | 1.39 cups | 1⅓ cups + 1 tbsp | 288 g |
| 400 g Sesame seeds | 2.86 cups | 2¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 140 g |
| 400 g Shortening | 2.17 cups | 2 cups + 3 tbsp | 184 g |
| 400 g Shrimp (cooked) | 2.76 cups | 2¾ cups | 145 g |
| 400 g Sour cream | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g Sourdough starter | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g Spinach (cooked, chopped) | 2.22 cups | 2¼ cups | 180 g |
| 400 g Stevia | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Strawberries | 2.40 cups | 2⅓ cups + 1 tbsp | 167 g |
| 400 g Sugar, brown (packed) | 1.82 cups | 1¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 220 g |
| 400 g Sugar, cane | 2.00 cups | 2 cups | 200 g |
| 400 g Sugar, caster | 2.11 cups | 2 cups + 1½ tbsp | 190 g |
| 400 g Sugar, coconut | 2.60 cups | 2½ cups + 1½ tbsp | 154 g |
| 400 g Sugar, granulated | 2.00 cups | 2 cups | 200 g |
| 400 g Sugar, icing | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Sugar, powdered | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Sugar, raw | 2.22 cups | 2¼ cups | 180 g |
| 400 g Sultanas | 2.67 cups | 2⅔ cups | 150 g |
| 400 g Sunflower seeds | 2.86 cups | 2¾ cups + 1½ tbsp | 140 g |
| 400 g Sweet potato (mashed) | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g Tahini | 1.58 cups | 1½ cups + 1½ tbsp | 253 g |
| 400 g Tofu (soft) | 1.61 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 248 g |
| 400 g Tomato paste | 1.72 cups | 1¾ cups | 232 g |
| 400 g Tomato sauce | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Tomatoes (chopped) | 2.22 cups | 2¼ cups | 180 g |
| 400 g Turmeric (ground) | 3.57 cups | 3½ cups + 1 tbsp | 112 g |
| 400 g Vanilla extract | 1.79 cups | 1¾ cups + ½ tbsp | 224 g |
| 400 g Walnuts (chopped) | 3.54 cups | 3½ cups + ½ tbsp | 113 g |
| 400 g Water | 1.69 cups | 1⅔ cups + ½ tbsp | 236 g |
| 400 g Watermelon (diced) | 2.63 cups | 2½ cups + 2 tbsp | 152 g |
| 400 g Wheat germ | 3.48 cups | 3½ cups | 115 g |
| 400 g Whipping cream | 1.67 cups | 1⅔ cups | 240 g |
| 400 g White chocolate chips | 2.35 cups | 2⅓ cups + ½ tbsp | 170 g |
| 400 g Yeast (active dry) | 2.82 cups | 2¾ cups + 1 tbsp | 142 g |
| 400 g Yogurt (whole milk, plain) | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Yogurt, Greek | 1.63 cups | 1½ cups + 2 tbsp | 245 g |
| 400 g Zucchini (grated) | 3.33 cups | 3⅓ cups | 120 g |
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