Rice Flour — Cups to Grams

1 cup of rice flour = 160 grams

1 cup of rice flour weighs approximately 160 grams. Use the converter below for custom amounts, or check the full conversion table.

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How to Measure Rice Flour Correctly

Rice flour should be measured by spooning it into the measuring cup and levelling it off. Never pack it down. For precision baking, always use a digital kitchen scale. Rice flour can clump, so sift it before using if needed. For best results, use a digital kitchen scale for precision baking.

Understanding Rice Flour Measurements

Rice flour is made from ground white or brown rice. One cup of rice flour weighs approximately 158 grams. It's gluten-free and creates a lighter, more delicate texture than wheat flour. Learn more about how to measure flour correctly.

Common Uses in Baking & Cooking

Rice flour is used in gluten-free baking, Asian desserts, and as a thickener. It's essential in mochi, rice noodles, and many Asian pastries. It creates a lighter texture than wheat flour but can be gritty if not ground finely. If you need a substitute, see our Rice Flour substitution guide.

Storage and Handling Tips

Store rice flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. It can be kept at room temperature for up to a year, or in the refrigerator for longer storage. If it develops an off smell, replace it.

Need to convert rice flour to other units? Try our cups to grams converter or tablespoons to grams converter.

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Rice Flour Conversion Table

Amount	Grams	Ounces
1 teaspoon	3.33g	0.12 oz
1 tablespoon	10g	0.35 oz
¼ cup	40g	1.41 oz
⅓ cup	53.3g	1.88 oz
½ cup	80g	2.82 oz
⅔ cup	107g	3.76 oz
¾ cup	120g	4.23 oz
1 cup	160g	5.64 oz
1½ cups	240g	8.47 oz
2 cups	320g	11.3 oz

Measurement Note

Spooned into the cup and levelled.

Need a Substitute?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams in a cup of rice flour?▼

One US cup of rice flour weighs approximately 160 grams. This is based on the standard spooned-and-levelled measuring method.

How many tablespoons in a cup of rice flour?▼

There are 16 US tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon of rice flour weighs approximately 10 grams.

How do I measure rice flour accurately?▼

Spooned into the cup and levelled. For the most accurate results, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale.

How many cups in 100g of rice flour?▼

100 grams of rice flour is approximately 0.63 US cups.

Does sifting affect the weight of rice flour?▼

Sifting aerates the flour, so a cup of sifted rice flour weighs less than a cup of unsifted rice flour. Our conversion values are for unsifted, spooned and levelled rice flour. If your recipe calls for "1 cup sifted flour", sift first, then measure.

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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.