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Essential for cup-to-gram accuracy and repeatable bakes.
Shop scales ↗Dormant Saccharomyces cerevisiae granules. Needs proofing in warm liquid (40-43°C) before mixing.
Properties
Density Index
0.62 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
148g
Texture
Dry granules
Category
Baking
Top Substitute
Instant Yeast
Use Use 3/4 tsp instant per 1 tsp active dry
No proofing needed. Add directly to flour. Slightly faster rise.
Most-used links for Active Dry Yeast
Conversion
Active Dry Yeast cups to grams
1 cup = 148g
Conversion
Active Dry Yeast grams to cups
Reverse the most common baking lookup.
Conversion
Active Dry Yeast tablespoons to grams
Useful for small-batch adjustments and spoon measures.
Best Substitute
Instant Yeast
Use Use 3/4 tsp instant per 1 tsp active dry for the closest starting point.
Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 37.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 49.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 74.0 grams |
| 1 cups | 148 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 222 grams |
| 2 cups | 296 grams |
| 3 cups | 444 grams |
| 4 cups | 592 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.62 g/ml
Quick Convert
Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking
1 cups of Active Dry Yeast equals 147 grams
Ingredient-specific · density-based
Cup size
Based on us cup (236.6 ml) · density data from baking references and our own measurements.Recommended Tools & Pantry Picks for Active Dry Yeast
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Substitutions for Active Dry Yeast
Storage Tips
Refrigerate once opened, up to 4 months. Freezer up to 6 months. Test in warm sugar water if uncertain.
Baking Science
Larger granules with a dormant outer layer that needs hydrating. Proofing both rehydrates the yeast and confirms it's alive. One packet (¼ oz / 7g) = 2¼ teaspoons.
Recipe Context
For chemical leavening: small weight changes alter rise and browning.
For quick breads: over-leavening can cause collapse after oven spring.
For cookies: balance leavening with acid source for predictable spread.
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.
- Expired leaveners can underperform even when measured correctly.
Brand Variance & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup active dry yeast = 148g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 139g-157g per cup (6% band).
Why this happens: fine powders and leaveners settle during storage, changing cup density.
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).Common Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of active dry yeast?
1 cup of active dry yeast weighs 148 grams.
What can I substitute for active dry yeast?
Instant Yeast (Use 3/4 tsp instant per 1 tsp active dry)