1 pound of sugar contains 2 cups. One pound of granulated sugar is about equivalent to two cups.
How many cups equals 2 pounds of sugar?
A pound of granulated sugar contains cups.
| Pounds of Sugar | Cups (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 2.25 cups |
| 2 lb | 4.5 cups |
| 5 lb | 11.25 cups |
| 10 lb | 22.5 cups |
Powdered sugar directly from the box or plastic bag weighs 4 1/2 ounces per cup; therefore, a 1-pound box (or 16 ounces) provides approximately 3 1/2 cups of powdered sugar. If a recipe asks for powdered sugar, 4 ounces of powdered sugar will equal 1 dry measuring cup.
How many cups of brown sugar are in one pound?
Cups of Brown Sugar in a Pound – One pound of (light or dark) brown sugar contains approximately 3 12 cups when loose and 2 14 cups when packaged ($15). In the majority of recipes, brown sugar is asked for in its packed form.