Raisins

Fruits

Dried grapes, most commonly Thompson seedless. Sweet and chewy.

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

Properties

Density Index
0.67 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
160g
Texture
Moist
Category
Fruit
Top Substitute

Dried Cranberries

Use 1:1

Tarter, slightly less sweet. Similar size and texture.

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Conversions

cupsgrams
1/4 cups40.0 grams
1/3 cups53.0 grams
1/2 cups80.0 grams
1 cups160 grams
1.50 cups240 grams
2 cups320 grams
3 cups480 grams
4 cups640 grams
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.67 g/ml
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Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking

1 cups of Raisins equals 159 grams
Ingredient-specific · density-based
Cup size

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Substitutions for Raisins

Storage Tips

Airtight container. Lasts 6 months at room temperature, 1 year refrigerated.

Baking Science

65% sugar by weight. Absorb moisture from batter, so soaking plumps them and prevents them from drying out your bake.

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 raisins = 160g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 149g-171g 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 raisins?

1 cup of raisins weighs 160 grams.

What can I substitute for raisins?

Dried Cranberries (1:1), Dried Currants (1:1)

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