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1 ounce of cinnamon (ground) = 0.23 US cups. That's based on a 125 g per cup baseline. Because cinnamon (ground) can shift with particle size and settling, weighing is usually more accurate than measuring by volume.
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0.23 cups
Based on cinnamon (ground) density of 0.53 g/ml
Sources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData Central
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Packages of cinnamon (ground) are usually labeled by weight. These are weight ounces converted at 125 g per cup — not fluid ounces.
| Package size | US cups |
|---|---|
| 4 oz | 0.90 cups |
| 8 oz | 1.8 cups |
| 12 oz | 2.7 cups |
| 16 oz | 3.6 cups |
| 24 oz | 5.4 cups |
| 32 oz | 7.2 cups |
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| ounces | cups |
|---|---|
| 1 ounces | 0.23 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.45 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.90 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.8 cups |
| 16 ounces | 3.6 cups |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
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1 ounces of Cinnamon (ground) equals 0.23 cups
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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 cinnamon (ground) 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 tsp | 2.6 g |
| USDA FoodData Central | 1 tbsp | 7.8 g |
CupOrGram standardizes on 125 g per cup (8 g per tablespoon, 3 g per teaspoon) and uses that single value on every page — how we reconcile the sources.
Why this conversion varies
Cinnamon (ground) is light and easily compacted, so small measuring differences matter.
- Particle size changes how the spice settles in spoons and cups.
- Freshness and brand processing can change bulk density.
- This page uses a consistent 125 g per cup baseline for repeatable conversions.
Why this conversion matters
Cinnamon (ground) can behave differently by brand and handling. Converting cinnamon (ground) with a consistent baseline gives you a more dependable starting point for scaling recipes.
Practical baking use
Ground bark of the cinnamon tree. Warm, sweet spice essential to baking. Use this conversion as a practical starting point for scaling recipes with cinnamon (ground).
- If consistency matters, verify with a small test batch first.
- Use weight-based measurements when precision is critical.
FAQ
How much is 1 ounce of cinnamon (ground) in US cups?
1 ounce of cinnamon (ground) is 0.23 US cups using a 125 g per cup baseline.
Is 8 oz of cinnamon (ground) the same as 1 cup?
1.8 cups — 8 oz by weight of cinnamon (ground) is not 1 US cup. A cup of cinnamon (ground) weighs 125 g (4.4 oz). Ounces on this page are weight, not fluid ounces — the "8 oz = 1 cup" rule only holds for water-like liquids.
Is it better to weigh cinnamon (ground) for baking?
Usually yes. Weight-based measuring reduces shifts from particle size and settling, so your results are more repeatable.
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Recipe Context for Cinnamon (ground)
For spice cakes: over-measuring can create bitterness quickly.
For cookies: spice potency changes by brand and age.
For blends: weight helps maintain repeatable flavor profile.
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 cinnamon (ground) = 125g. Real-world range can shift by about 10% because particle size and settling vary across brands and freshness windows.
Example for 2 cups: baseline 250g, common range 226g-276g. If your bake is texture-sensitive, start with the lower bound and adjust after a test batch.
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