Honey Weight & Measurement Reference
Honey is significantly denser than most other sweeteners. One cup of honey weighs about 340 grams (12 oz), compared to 200 grams for granulated sugar.
Weight Reference
| Amount | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 7 g | 0.25 oz |
| 1 tablespoon | 21 g | 0.74 oz |
| ¼ cup | 85 g | 3 oz |
| ½ cup | 170 g | 6 oz |
| 1 cup | 340 g | 12 oz |
Common Equivalents
1 cup honey = 340 g = 12 oz
1 tablespoon honey = 21 g
A 12 oz bottle of honey ≈ 1 cup
Measuring Notes
- Spray your measuring cup or spoon with cooking oil before measuring honey — it will slide right out.
- Honey is hygroscopic (absorbs moisture), so store it sealed.
- Crystallized honey can be reliquefied by gently warming the jar in hot water.
FAQ
Can I substitute honey for sugar?+
Use ¾ cup honey per 1 cup sugar, reduce other liquid by 2 tbsp, add ¼ tsp baking soda, and lower oven temp by 25°F.