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1 cup of cloves (ground) = 109 grams. That's based on a 110 g per cup baseline. Because cloves (ground) can shift with particle size and settling, weighing is usually more accurate than measuring by volume.
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109 grams
Based on cloves (ground) density of 0.46 g/ml
Sources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData Central, in-house testing
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| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 28.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 36.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 55.0 grams |
| 1 cups | 110 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 165 grams |
| 2 cups | 220 grams |
| 3 cups | 330 grams |
| 4 cups | 440 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
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1 cups of Cloves (ground) equals 109 grams
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Cup size
Based on us cup (236.6 ml) · density data from baking references and our own measurements.Why this conversion varies
Cloves (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 110 g per cup baseline for repeatable conversions.
Why this conversion matters
Cloves (ground) can behave differently by brand and handling. Converting cloves (ground) with a consistent baseline gives you a more dependable starting point for scaling recipes.
Practical baking use
Ground dried flower buds. Intensely warm and slightly numbing — use a fraction of what the recipe says if you're unsure. Use this conversion as a practical starting point for scaling recipes with cloves (ground).
- 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 cloves (ground) in grams?
1 cup of cloves (ground) is 109 grams using a 110 g per cup baseline.
Why can cloves (ground) conversions shift even with the same spoon size?
Cloves (ground) is light and easily compacted, so small measuring differences matter. In practice, particle size and settling can shift results between kitchens.
Is it better to weigh cloves (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 Cloves (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 cloves (ground) = 110g. Real-world range can shift by about 10% because particle size and settling vary across brands and freshness windows.
Example for 2 cups: baseline 220g, common range 198g-242g. If your bake is texture-sensitive, start with the lower bound and adjust after a test batch.