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1 cup of nutmeg (ground) = 106 grams. That's based on a 107 g per cup baseline. Because nutmeg (ground) can shift with particle size and settling, weighing is usually more accurate than measuring by volume.
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106 grams
Based on nutmeg (ground) density of 0.45 g/ml
Source: NIST-DB-72
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| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 26.6 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 35.1 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 53.2 grams |
| 1 cups | 106 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 160 grams |
| 2 cups | 213 grams |
| 3 cups | 319 grams |
| 4 cups | 426 grams |
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Density-specific references, not generic cup charts · NIST-DB-72
Why this conversion varies
Nutmeg (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 107 g per cup baseline for repeatable conversions.
Why this conversion matters
Nutmeg (ground) can behave differently by brand and handling. Converting nutmeg (ground) with a consistent baseline gives you a more dependable starting point for scaling recipes.
Practical baking use
Ground seed of the nutmeg tree. Warm, aromatic spice used in small quantities. Use this conversion as a practical starting point for scaling recipes with nutmeg (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 nutmeg (ground) in grams?
1 cup of nutmeg (ground) is 106 grams using a 107 g per cup baseline.
Why can nutmeg (ground) conversions shift even with the same spoon size?
Nutmeg (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 nutmeg (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 Nutmeg (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 nutmeg (ground) = 107g. Real-world range can shift by about 10% because particle size and settling vary across brands and freshness windows.
Example for 2 cups: baseline 214g, common range 192g-236g. If your bake is texture-sensitive, start with the lower bound and adjust after a test batch.