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Also known as bananas, fresh banana.
1 cup of banana = 149 grams. That's based on a 150 g per cup baseline. Because banana can shift with piece size and moisture, weighing is usually more accurate than measuring by volume.
Answer
149 grams
Based on banana density of 0.63 g/ml
Sources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData Central
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| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 38.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 50.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 75.0 grams |
| 1 cups | 150 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 225 grams |
| 2 cups | 300 grams |
| 3 cups | 450 grams |
| 4 cups | 600 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
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1 cups of Banana equals 149 grams
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Cup size
Based on us cup (236.6 ml) · density data from baking references and our own measurements.Advertisement
What the sources say banana weighs
Published values, quoted at the exact measure each source lists. Sources round differently and assume different fill techniques — which is why they rarely agree to the gram.
| Source | Listed measure | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| USDA FoodData Central | 1 medium (peeled) | 118 g |
| USDA FoodData Central | 1 cup (sliced) | 150 g |
| USDA FoodData Central | 1 cup (mashed) | 225 g |
CupOrGram standardizes on 150 g per cup (9 g per tablespoon, 3.1 g per teaspoon) and uses that single value on every page — how we reconcile the sources.
Why this conversion varies
Banana can vary by ripeness, moisture, and cut size.
- Smaller pieces pack more tightly than larger chunks.
- Water content shifts with brand and storage.
- This page uses a consistent 150 g per cup baseline for repeatable conversions.
Why this conversion matters
Banana can behave differently by brand and handling. Converting banana with a consistent baseline gives you a more dependable starting point for scaling recipes.
Practical baking use
Whole bananas, by size and by the cup. "Three medium bananas" is the vaguest instruction in baking — it can mean anywhere from 240 g to 400 g of fruit. Use this conversion as a practical starting point for scaling recipes with banana.
- If consistency matters, verify with a small test batch first.
- Use weight-based measurements when precision is critical.
FAQ
How much is 1 cup of banana in grams?
1 cup of banana is 149 grams using a 150 g per cup baseline.
Why do banana cup measurements vary by preparation style?
Banana can vary by ripeness, moisture, and cut size. In practice, piece size and moisture can shift results between kitchens.
Is it better to weigh banana for baking?
Usually yes. Weight-based measuring reduces shifts from piece size and moisture, so your results are more repeatable.
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Recipe Context for Banana
For purees: moisture differences can thin batter unexpectedly.
For dried fruits: hydration level impacts chew and spread.
For fruit swaps: verify sweetness and acidity changes in the final bake.
Common Pitfalls
- Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
- Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
Brand Variance Example
Baseline on this page: 1 cup banana = 150g. Real-world range can shift by about 7% because water content and texture vary by ripeness, processing, and brand.
Example for 2 cups: baseline 300g, common range 280g-322g. If your bake is texture-sensitive, start with the lower bound and adjust after a test batch.
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