Dry Yeast — Cups to Grams

1 cup of dry yeast = 150 grams

1 cup of dry yeast weighs approximately 150 grams. Use the converter below for custom amounts, or check the full conversion table.

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How to Measure Dry Yeast Correctly

Dry yeast should be measured using measuring spoons, levelled off with a straight edge. For accuracy, especially in small amounts, use a kitchen scale. Check the expiration date before using.

Understanding Dry Yeast Measurements

Dry yeast is dehydrated yeast cells. One teaspoon of active dry yeast weighs approximately 3 grams. It comes in two forms: active dry yeast (needs proofing) and instant yeast (can be added directly).

Common Uses in Baking & Cooking

Dry yeast is used in bread making to leaven dough. It's essential in yeast breads, pizza dough, and many baked goods. Active dry yeast needs to be proofed, while instant yeast can be added directly. If you need a substitute, see our Dry Yeast substitution guide.

Storage and Handling Tips

Store dry yeast in the refrigerator or freezer in an airtight container. It can be kept for up to 2 years if stored properly. If it doesn't foam when proofed, it's no longer active and should be replaced.

Need to convert dry yeast to other units? Try our cups to grams converter or tablespoons to grams converter.

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Dry Yeast Conversion Table

Amount	Grams	Ounces
1 teaspoon	3.13g	0.11 oz
1 tablespoon	9.38g	0.33 oz
¼ cup	37.5g	1.32 oz
⅓ cup	50g	1.76 oz
½ cup	75g	2.65 oz
⅔ cup	100g	3.53 oz
¾ cup	113g	3.97 oz
1 cup	150g	5.29 oz
1½ cups	225g	7.94 oz
2 cups	300g	10.6 oz

Need a Substitute?

Out of dry yeast? We've got 2 tested alternatives with exact ratios.

Fresh Yeast(3× the weight of dry yeast)

Baking Powder (for quick breads)(1 tsp baking powder per cup of flour)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams in a cup of dry yeast?▼

One US cup of dry yeast weighs approximately 150 grams. This is based on the standard spooned-and-levelled measuring method.

How many tablespoons in a cup of dry yeast?▼

There are 16 US tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon of dry yeast weighs approximately 9.38 grams.

How do I measure dry yeast accurately?▼

For the most accurate results, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale. When measuring by volume, spoon the dry yeast into the cup and level it off with a straight edge.

How many cups in 100g of dry yeast?▼

100 grams of dry yeast is approximately 0.67 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.