Banana (mashed) — Cups to Grams

1 cup of banana (mashed) = 225 grams

1 cup of banana (mashed) weighs approximately 225 grams. Use the converter below for custom amounts, or check the full conversion table.

Banana (mashed) Converter

Result

225 g

How to Measure Banana (mashed) Correctly

Bananas should be measured by weight for accuracy, especially in baking. If a recipe calls for mashed banana, mash it first, then measure. One medium banana yields about ⅓ to ½ cup of mashed banana.

Understanding Banana (mashed) Measurements

Bananas are typically measured by count or weight rather than volume. One medium banana weighs approximately 120 grams. When mashed, one cup of mashed banana weighs about 225 grams. The weight varies significantly depending on the size of the banana.

Common Uses in Baking & Cooking

Bananas are used in baking, particularly in banana bread, muffins, and cakes. They add moisture, sweetness, and flavour. Overripe bananas are best for baking as they're sweeter and easier to mash. If you need a substitute, see our Banana (mashed) substitution guide.

Storage and Handling Tips

Store bananas at room temperature. They'll ripen faster if kept with other fruits. Once ripe, you can refrigerate them to slow further ripening. The peel will turn black, but the fruit inside will stay good for a few more days.

Need to convert banana (mashed) to other units? Try our cups to grams converter or tablespoons to grams converter.

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Banana (mashed) Conversion Table

AmountGramsOunces
1 teaspoon4.69g0.17 oz
1 tablespoon14.1g0.5 oz
¼ cup56.3g1.98 oz
⅓ cup75g2.65 oz
½ cup113g3.97 oz
⅔ cup150g5.29 oz
¾ cup169g5.95 oz
1 cup225g7.94 oz
1½ cups338g11.9 oz
2 cups450g15.9 oz

Measurement Note

Ripe bananas, mashed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams in a cup of banana (mashed)?
One US cup of banana (mashed) weighs approximately 225 grams. This is based on the standard spooned-and-levelled measuring method.
How many tablespoons in a cup of banana (mashed)?
There are 16 US tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon of banana (mashed) weighs approximately 14.1 grams.
How do I measure banana (mashed) accurately?
Ripe bananas, mashed. For the most accurate results, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale.
How many cups in 100g of banana (mashed)?
100 grams of banana (mashed) is approximately 0.44 US cups.

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Values are approximate and can vary depending on how the ingredient is measured. For precision baking, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale.