Cornmeal in grams
157 grams
1 US cup = 236.6 ml
At a glance
| Amount | Weight (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 US teaspoon (4.9 ml) | 3.3 g |
| 1 US tablespoon (14.8 ml) | 9.8 g |
| 1 US cup (236.6 ml) | 157 g |
| 1 metric cup (250 ml) | 166 g |
| 100 milliliters | 66 g |
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Questions
How much does a cup of cornmeal weigh?
A US cup (236.6 ml) of yellow cornmeal weighs 157 g. A metric cup (250 ml) holds about 166 g.
How many grams in a tablespoon of cornmeal?
A US tablespoon (14.8 ml) holds about 9.8 g of cornmeal and a teaspoon about 3.3 g.
Is cornmeal the same as cornstarch?
No. Cornmeal is ground whole or degermed corn kernels with a gritty texture. Cornstarch is the pure starch, a fine white powder used to thicken sauces.
Can I use polenta instead of cornmeal?
Usually, yes: polenta is coarsely ground cornmeal. Cornbread made with it is more crumbly. Weigh it rather than relying on the same cup measure.
Do white and yellow cornmeal weigh the same?
About the same for the same grind. The difference is color and a slightly milder flavor in white cornmeal.
A US cup of yellow cornmeal weighs 157 g according to the USDA, a US tablespoon about 9.8 g and 100 ml about 66 g. The figure is for degermed cornmeal, the fine to medium grind most supermarkets sell.
Stone-ground cornmeal and coarse polenta grind differently and can weigh a little more or less per cup. For cornbread, weigh it if your recipe gives grams.
USDA FoodData Central #168867 (SR Legacy, checked 2026-10-25)