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SpicesGround seed of the nutmeg tree. Warm, aromatic spice used in small quantities.
Properties
Density Index
0.45 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
107g
Texture
Dry
Category
Spice
Top Substitute
Cinnamon
Use 1:1
Similar warm spice profile. More commonly available.
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Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 27.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 35.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 54.0 grams |
| 1 cups | 107 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 161 grams |
| 2 cups | 214 grams |
| 3 cups | 321 grams |
| 4 cups | 428 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.45 g/ml
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Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking
1 cups of Nutmeg (ground) equals 106 grams
Ingredient-specific · density-based
Cup size
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Storage Tips
Airtight container. Whole nutmeg lasts 4+ years; ground lasts 2-3 years.
Baking Science
Contains myristicin, which in large quantities is psychoactive. In normal baking amounts, it provides warm, complex flavour. Best freshly grated.
Recipe Context
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 & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup nutmeg (ground) = 107g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 96g-118g per cup (10% band).
Why this happens: particle size and settling vary across brands and freshness windows.
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).Common Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of nutmeg (ground)?
1 cup of nutmeg (ground) weighs 107 grams.
What can I substitute for nutmeg (ground)?
Cinnamon (1:1), Allspice (1:1)
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Reference
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