Grams and cups—they’re like two measuring systems that refuse to agree on anything.
So when a recipe calls for 70 grams, you might be wondering how to make that work with the cups in your kitchen. I’m sorry, there’s no easy answer to this.
It depends on the density of the ingredient.
But don’t leave – to keep things simple, we created a handy converter, some printables, and all the details you need to measure without a fuss.
70 grams to cups converter
70 g to cups converter
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How to convert 70 grams to cups
Let’s imagine you’re getting ready to make a dreamy, delicious pistachio tiramisu, and the recipe says you need 70 grams of pistachios. Hmm, wait—but how many cups is that?
At first, you might think it’s as easy as grabbing a measuring cup and filling it up. But pistachios aren’t always so simple to measure.
The tricky part with these is that they don’t always measure the same way. Sometimes, you’re dealing with whole nuts that are round and leave plenty of empty space in a cup. Other times, they’re chopped into smaller pieces or even crushed into coarse bits that settle in more tightly.
This is where the density comes in. In plain language, density tells you how much weight fits into a certain amount of space. A cup of whole pistachios is much lighter than a cup of finely chopped ones because the pieces don’t pack in as tightly.
Even their state can make a difference. Raw pistachios often weigh slightly more because they retain their natural moisture, whereas roasted ones lose some weight during the roasting process.
But no stress—we can still get a good estimate based on the average weight of whole, shelled pistachios.
Here’s how to work it out:
You want to know how many cups are 70 grams of pistachios.
One cup of whole, shelled pistachios weighs around 120 grams on average.
This is your formula
Cups = weight in grams ÷ grams per cup
Let’s do this:
70 ÷ 120 = 0.58 cups
So, 70 grams of pistachios is just under 2/3 of a cup—about 0.58 cups.
If your pistachios are chopped finely, though, that same 70 grams will fit into slightly less space because the smaller pieces pack down more snugly in the cup. In that case, one cup will weigh around 100 grams.
If grams and cups still keep throwing you off, let this easy grams-to-cups conversion guide be your go-to. It’s packed with easy charts, quick conversions, and printable references for US, EU and Australian cups to save you time (and some nerves) in the kitchen.
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70 grams to cups FAQs
That depends on the type of cheese and how it’s prepared. For shredded semi-hard cheese like cheddar, 70 grams is around ⅔ cup. If you’re using soft cheese like ricotta or goat cheese, it’s denser and comes closer to ½ cup. Finely grated hard cheeses like Parmesan can pack even tighter, measuring slightly less.
Cornstarch is very fine and powdery, so 70 grams measures about ½ cup. If it’s settled in the container, fluffing it up before scooping helps avoid packing too much into your cup.
The volume depends on the size and shape of the kibble. For smaller pieces, 70 grams is roughly ⅔ cup, while larger, puffier pieces might take up closer to ¾ cup because of the extra air between them.
If you’re using chocolate chips, 70 grams is about ½ cup. Chopped chocolate from a bar measures slightly more, closer to ⅔ cup. Grated chocolate fluffs up and takes even more space for the same weight.
For raw egg whites, 70 grams is just under ¼ cup. This is about the amount you’d get from 2 medium eggs, but it can vary slightly depending on egg size.
Greek yogurt is thick and creamy, so 70 grams comes to around ¼ cup. Looser, lower-fat varieties may take up a little less space than rich, full-fat ones.
Honey is dense and sticky, so 70 grams equals roughly ¼ cup. Warming the honey slightly helps it settle evenly in the measuring cup.
The type and cut of lettuce make a big difference. Loose, torn leaves of romaine or iceberg measure about 5 cups for 70 grams, while shredded lettuce packs down more tightly and would be closer to 3½ cups.
Lard is soft and dense, so 70 grams is approximately ⅓ cup. If it’s chilled and firm, it might compact a little more tightly in the cup.
Melted butter takes up less space than solid butter because air pockets are gone. For 70 grams, you’ll get about ⅓ cup.
The type of oil can slightly change the measurement, but most cooking oils are similar in density to water. For vegetable or canola oil, 70 grams is about 5 tablespoons, which is just over ⅓ cup. Olive oil is a little heavier and might come in just under ⅓ cup. If you’re using melted coconut oil, the measurement stays close to ⅓ cup, but solid coconut oil (before melting) can take up a little more space due to trapped air pockets.
For unsifted powdered sugar, 70 grams is close to ½ cup. If sifted, it fluffs up and can measure slightly more—closer to ⅔ cup.
Water has a straightforward conversion. At 70 grams, it measures about ¼ cup plus 1 teaspoon.
| Ingredient | Cups |
|---|---|
| 70 grams All-purpose flour | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Almond flour | 0.73 cups |
| 70 grams Arborio rice | 0.70 cups |
| 70 grams Basmati rice | 0.54 cups |
| 70 grams Baking cocoa (unsweetened) | 0.82 cups |
| 70 grams Baking powder | 0.36 cups |
| 70 grams Baking soda | 0.32 cups |
| 70 grams Banana (mashed) | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Beans (cooked) | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Breadcrumbs | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Bread flour | 0.54 cups |
| 70 grams Broccoli (chopped) | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Brown sugar (packed) | 0.32 cups |
| 70 grams Butter | 0.31 cups |
| 70 grams Cake flour | 0.70 cups |
| 70 grams Carrots (grated) | 0.64 cups |
| 70 grams Cashews (chopped) | 0.55 cups |
| 70 grams Caster sugar | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Chickpeas (cooked) | 0.51 cups |
| 70 grams Cheddar cheese (shredded) | 0.62 cups |
| 70 grams Chia seeds | 0.41 cups |
| 70 grams Chocolate chips | 0.41 cups |
| 70 grams Cherry tomatoes | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Coconut (shredded) | 0.82 cups |
| 70 grams Coconut flour | 0.62 cups |
| 70 grams Coffee grounds | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Cream cheese | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Cornmeal | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Cornstarch | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Desiccated coconut | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Dried fruit | 0.47 cups |
| 70 grams Erythritol | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Edamame | 0.51 cups |
| 70 grams Flaxseed (ground) | 0.62 cups |
| 70 grams Garlic (minced) | 0.51 cups |
| 70 grams Ginger (grated) | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Gluten-free flour | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Ground almonds | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Ground beef (cooked) | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Ground pork | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Hazelnuts (chopped) | 0.52 cups |
| 70 grams Honey | 0.21 cups |
| 70 grams Icing sugar | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Jam (fruit) | 0.66 cups |
| 70 grams Lard | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Lentils (cooked) | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Chicken (cooked) | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Margarine | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Mascarpone | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Mayonnaise | 0.30 cups |
| 70 grams Mushrooms (sliced) | 0.93 cups |
| 70 grams Noodles (dry) | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Oats (rolled) | 0.78 cups |
| 70 grams Onion (chopped) | 0.44 cups |
| 70 grams Orange zest | 0.78 cups |
| 70 grams Orzo (dry) | 0.70 cups |
| 70 grams Parmesan (grated) | 0.70 cups |
| 70 grams Peanut butter | 0.27 cups |
| 70 grams Peas (frozen) | 0.52 cups |
| 70 grams Pecans (chopped) | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Pine nuts | 0.52 cups |
| 70 grams Pistachios | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Polenta | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Popcorn kernels | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Potato (mashed) | 0.33 cups |
| 70 grams Potatoes (raw) | 0.14 cups |
| 70 grams Powdered sugar | 0.61 cups |
| 70 grams Pumpkin seeds | 0.41 cups |
| 70 grams Puree (vegetable) | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Pumpkin puree | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Quinoa (uncooked) | 0.41 cups |
| 70 grams Raisins | 0.47 cups |
| 70 grams Raspberries | 0.47 cups |
| 70 grams Ricotta | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Salt | 0.24 cups |
| 70 grams Semolina flour | 0.43 cups |
| 70 grams Sesame seeds | 0.50 cups |
| 70 grams Shortening | 0.34 cups |
| 70 grams Shrimp (cooked) | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Sour cream | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Sourdough starter | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Spelt flour | 0.69 cups |
| 70 grams Spinach (chopped) | 0.39 cups |
| 70 grams Strawberries | 0.47 cups |
| 70 grams Sugar (granulated) | 0.35 cups |
| 70 grams Sugar (raw) | 0.32 cups |
| 70 grams Sunflower seeds | 0.50 cups |
| 70 grams Tahini | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Tapioca flour | 0.56 cups |
| 70 grams Tofu (soft) | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Tomato sauce | 0.70 cups |
| 70 grams Tomato paste | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Tomatoes (chopped) | 0.28 cups |
| 70 grams Walnuts (chopped) | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Watermelon (diced) | 0.29 cups |
| 70 grams Water | 0.30 cups |
| 70 grams Wheat germ | 0.61 cups |
| 70 grams White chocolate chips | 0.41 cups |
| 70 grams White rice flour | 0.44 cups |
| 70 grams Whole wheat flour | 0.58 cups |
| 70 grams Yeast (active dry) | 0.49 cups |
| 70 grams Zucchini (grated) | 0.58 cups |
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