Dried Cranberries

Fruits

Sweetened, dried cranberries. Tart-sweet flavour popular in cookies and breads.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData Central, in-house testingMethodology

Properties

Density Index
0.55 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
130g
Texture
Moist
Category
Fruit
Top Substitute

Raisins

Use 1:1

Sweeter, less tart. Similar texture in baked goods.

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Conversions

cupsgrams
1/4 cups33.0 grams
1/3 cups43.0 grams
1/2 cups65.0 grams
1 cups130 grams
1.50 cups195 grams
2 cups260 grams
3 cups390 grams
4 cups520 grams
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.55 g/ml
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Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking

1 cups of Dried Cranberries equals 130 grams
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Storage Tips

Airtight container. Lasts 6-12 months at room temperature.

Baking Science

Naturally very tart — commercially dried cranberries are sweetened with sugar. High in antioxidants (proanthocyanidins).

Recipe Context

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 & Measuring Method

Baseline reference: 1 cup dried cranberries = 130g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 121g-139g per cup (7% band).

Why this happens: water content and texture vary by ripeness, processing, and brand.

Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).

Common Questions

How many grams is 1 cup of dried cranberries?

1 cup of dried cranberries weighs 130 grams.

What can I substitute for dried cranberries?

Raisins (1:1), Dried Cherries (1:1)

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