Dry Pasta Cups to Grams Converter
Instantly convert US cups of dry pasta to grams for accurate cooking, baking, and precise portion control. Supports all major pasta shapes.
Calculate Your Pasta Weight
Enter the number of cups of dry pasta and select the specific shape below to get an instant, accurate conversion to grams and ounces.
Measurement Converter
Enter your volume to see the estimated weight in grams
Use standard US measuring cups (1 cup = 236.5 ml)
Weight varies based on shape density and trapped air space
Estimated Weight
Converted based on standard dry pasta densities
Dry Pasta Weight Reference Chart
Standard average weights for one US cup of various dry pasta shapes. Use this to verify your manual calculations or adjust recipes accurately.
| Pasta Shape | Grams per Cup | Ounces per Cup | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elbow Macaroni | 105g | 3.7 oz | Small, hollow tubes pack relatively densely |
| Penne / Rigatoni | 100g | 3.5 oz | Standard tubular shapes, moderate air space |
| Spaghetti (Broken) | 100g | 3.5 oz | Long strands broken to fit measuring cup |
| Fusilli / Rotini | 100g | 3.5 oz | Spiral shapes trap a moderate amount of air |
| Farfalle (Bowtie) | 95g | 3.3 oz | Flat, wide shapes create more empty space |
| Orzo / Ditalini | 190g | 6.7 oz | Very small, dense shapes pack tightly together |
| Wide Egg Noodles | 85g | 3.0 oz | Light, flat, and bulky, resulting in lower weight |
Pasta Measurement FAQ
Everything you need to know about converting dry pasta volumes to weight for your cooking and baking.
On average, one US cup of dry pasta weighs between 95 and 105 grams, depending on the shape. For example, a cup of dry penne or spaghetti weighs about 100g, while a cup of smaller, denser pasta like orzo weighs approximately 190g.
Yes, significantly. The weight per cup depends on the pasta’s density and how much empty air space is trapped between the pieces. Hollow or tubular shapes weigh less per cup than small, dense shapes that pack tightly together.
A standard single serving of dry pasta is typically considered to be 75 to 100 grams per person. This yields approximately 170 to 225 grams of cooked pasta, which is a standard main-course portion.
As a general rule, dry pasta roughly doubles to 2.25 times its weight when cooked in boiling water. For example, 100 grams of dry pasta will yield approximately 220 to 225 grams of cooked pasta, depending on your preferred level of doneness (al dente vs. soft).