Nutmeg (ground): Cups to Grams
Nutmeg (ground) has a density of 0.55 g/mL, so converting between volume (cups, tablespoons) and weight (grams, ounces) needs this specific figure rather than a generic one. One US cup of nutmeg (ground) weighs about 130.1235301 g.
Nutmeg (ground) volume to weight table
Grams and ounces for common volume measurements, calculated from a density of 0.55 g/mL.
| Volume | Weight (g) | Weight (oz) |
|---|---|---|
| Teaspoon | 2.710906877 | 0.09562442601 |
| Tablespoon | 8.13272063 | 0.286873278 |
| Fluid Ounce | 16.26544126 | 0.5737465561 |
| Cup (US) | 130.1235301 | 4.589972449 |
| Pint (US) | 260.2470602 | 9.179944897 |
| Quart (US) | 520.4941203 | 18.35988979 |
| Gallon (US) | 2,081.976481 | 73.43955918 |
| Milliliter | 0.55 | 0.01940067907 |
| Liter | 550 | 19.40067907 |
| Cubic Centimeter | 0.55 | 0.01940067907 |
| Cubic Inch | 9.0128852 | 0.3179201696 |
| Cup (Metric) | 137.5 | 4.850169768 |
How to measure it accurately
Freshly grated nutmeg is fluffier than the pre-ground jar and weighs less per spoon, so grate a little extra if you are swapping.
Use the full cooking converter
For any other volume or weight unit, or to convert weight back to volume, use the Cooking Converter and select Nutmeg (ground) from the ingredient list.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams in a cup of nutmeg (ground)?
1 US cup of nutmeg (ground) weighs about 130.1235301 grams (4.589972449 oz), using a density of 0.55 g/mL.
How many grams in a tablespoon of nutmeg (ground)?
1 tablespoon of nutmeg (ground) weighs about 8.13272063 grams.
How many grams in a teaspoon of nutmeg (ground)?
1 teaspoon of nutmeg (ground) weighs about 2.710906877 grams.
Why does nutmeg (ground) have a different gram weight than other ingredients?
Because grams measure mass and cups measure volume, the conversion depends on density. Nutmeg (ground) has a density of 0.55 g/mL, so it is lighter than the same volume of water.
Does how I measure nutmeg (ground) matter?
Freshly grated nutmeg is fluffier than the pre-ground jar and weighs less per spoon, so grate a little extra if you are swapping.
Ingredients of similar density
Densities are typical values; how an ingredient is packed can change actual weight. See our disclaimer.