Treacle — Cups to Grams

1 cup of treacle = 340 grams

1 cup of treacle weighs approximately 340 grams. Use the converter below for custom amounts, or check the full conversion table.

Treacle Converter

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340 g

How to Measure Treacle Correctly

To measure treacle easily, lightly grease your measuring cup or spoon with oil or cooking spray first — this helps the treacle slide out cleanly. For the most accurate measurement, use a kitchen scale.

Understanding Treacle Measurements

Treacle is a British sweetener similar to molasses but lighter in colour and flavour. One cup of treacle weighs approximately 340 grams. It's thick, dark, and has a strong flavour. Golden syrup is a lighter version of treacle.

Common Uses in Baking & Cooking

Treacle is used in British baking, particularly in treacle tart and sticky toffee pudding. It adds moisture, colour, and a distinctive flavour. It's also used in some savoury dishes. If you need a substitute, see our Treacle substitution guide.

Storage and Handling Tips

Store treacle at room temperature in a tightly sealed container. It has an almost indefinite shelf life. If it becomes too thick, you can warm it gently. Keep it away from direct sunlight.

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

Related Ingredients

Golden Syrup Molasses

Treacle Conversion Table

Amount	Grams	Ounces
1 teaspoon	7.08g	0.25 oz
1 tablespoon	21.3g	0.75 oz
¼ cup	85g	3 oz
⅓ cup	113g	4 oz
½ cup	170g	6 oz
⅔ cup	227g	8 oz
¾ cup	255g	8.99 oz
1 cup	340g	12 oz
1½ cups	510g	18 oz
2 cups	680g	24 oz

Need a Substitute?

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

Molasses(1:1)

Golden Syrup(1:1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams in a cup of treacle?▼

One US cup of treacle weighs approximately 340 grams. This is based on the standard spooned-and-levelled measuring method.

How many tablespoons in a cup of treacle?▼

There are 16 US tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon of treacle weighs approximately 21.3 grams.

How do I measure treacle accurately?▼

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

How many cups in 100g of treacle?▼

100 grams of treacle is approximately 0.29 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.