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Tablespoons of Sugar to Cups Converter

Convert tablespoons of sugar to cups instantly. Quick sugar measurement conversion for recipes.

tbsp

Cups (Sugar)

0.8

cup

12 tbsp = 0.8 cup

cups = tbsp ÷ 16

How to Convert Tablespoons of Sugar to Cups

Divide the number of tablespoons by 16. There are exactly 16 tablespoons in one US cup.

Conversion Formula

  • Tablespoons to Cups: cups = tbsp ÷ 16
  • Cups to Tablespoons: tbsp = cups × 16

Common Conversions

TablespoonsCups
40.25
80.5
120.75
161
241.5
322
483

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FAQ

How many cups is 16 tablespoons of sugar?

Sixteen tablespoons of sugar equals exactly 1 cup. The ratio is always 16 tablespoons per cup.

How do I convert tablespoons of sugar to cups?

Divide the number of tablespoons by 16. For example, 24 tablespoons divided by 16 equals 1.5 cups.

Is this the same for powdered sugar?

Yes. The tablespoon-to-cup ratio is a volume conversion (16 tbsp = 1 cup) and applies to any ingredient, including powdered sugar.

What is 6 tablespoons of sugar in cups?

Six tablespoons equals 0.375 cups, or roughly three-eighths of a cup.