Almond Flour — Cups to Grams Conversion
One cup of almond flour, spooned and levelled, weighs 96g.
Almond Flour Cups to Grams Chart
| Cups | Grams |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 24g |
| ⅓ cup | 32g |
| ½ cup | 48g |
| ¾ cup | 72g |
| 1 cup | 96g |
| 1½ cups | 144g |
| 2 cups | 192g |
| 3 cups | 288g |
Source: Bob's Red Mill product spec; King Arthur Baking · Measurement method: Spooned & levelled
Tablespoon & Teaspoon Weights
| Measure | Grams | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (US/UK — 15ml) | 6g | Standard in US, UK, Canada |
| 1 tbsp (Australian — 20ml) | 8g | One-third larger than US/UK |
| 1 tsp (5ml — universal) | 2g | Same worldwide |
About Almond Flour
Made from blanched (skinless) almonds ground fine, almond flour is central to macarons, frangipane, and gluten-free/low-carb baking. It contains no gluten, so recipes rely on eggs or binders for structure instead.
Why the Weight Per Cup Varies
Ground almond particles are irregular and slightly oily, creating more air space than wheat flour — a cup weighs 96g, noticeably lighter than plain flour's 120g. The oil content also resists compression better than dry flour when scooped.
Names in Different Countries
"Almond flour" (US, blanched) is close to UK "ground almonds." "Almond meal" is coarser, skin-on.
Common Recipe Uses
Macarons, frangipane, financiers, gluten-free cakes, low-carb baking.
Substitutions
Cannot substitute 1:1 for wheat flour — no gluten, much higher fat. Use recipes specifically developed for almond flour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Close — "ground almonds" often implies blanched, similar to almond flour, but check for visible skin flecks (that would be almond meal instead).
Airtight in the fridge (up to 6 months) or freezer (up to 12), since its high fat content goes rancid at room temperature within weeks.
Overworking or over-baking releases the almonds' natural oils. Mix gently and avoid pressing it firmly into the measuring cup.
Not directly — it has no gluten and much more fat, so results will differ significantly without a recipe designed for it.
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