Cashews (Whole):
Grams to Cups
By Stefan Ulrich · Last updated
Whole cashews weigh 130 grams per cup — their kidney shape fits together relatively neatly, giving them a moderate density compared to other nuts. Cashew pieces and halves pack more densely at about 140–150 g/cup.
How much Cashews (Whole) weighs at each cup measure.
Convert Cashews (Whole)
1 cup = 130 grams
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Quick reference
Measurement Table
| Cups | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp | 3 g | 0.11 oz |
| 1 tbsp | 8 g | 0.28 oz |
| ⅛ cup | 16 g | 0.56 oz |
| ¼ cup | 33 g | 1.16 oz |
| ⅓ cup | 43 g | 1.52 oz |
| ½ cup | 65 g | 2.29 oz |
| ⅔ cup | 87 g | 3.07 oz |
| ¾ cup | 98 g | 3.46 oz |
| 1 cup | 130 g | 4.59 oz |
| 1¼ cups | 163 g | 5.75 oz |
| 1½ cups | 195 g | 6.88 oz |
| 2 cups | 260 g | 9.17 oz |
| 3 cups | 390 g | 13.76 oz |
About Cashews (Whole)
Cashews are softer and fattier than most tree nuts, which makes them ideal for blending into creamy sauces, vegan cheese, and dairy-free desserts. Their relatively uniform size means cup measurements are more consistent than with irregularly shaped nuts like walnuts or pecans.
For cashew-based sauces and 'cream,' soaking is essential. Soak raw cashews in boiling water for 30 minutes (or room-temperature water for 4+ hours) before blending. Soaked cashews absorb about 25% of their weight in water — 130 g dry becomes roughly 165 g soaked.
Roasted cashews weigh approximately the same as raw — the roasting process removes only about 2–3% moisture. However, roasted cashews are harder to blend smooth due to lower moisture content, so raw is preferred for sauces and desserts.
Cashew butter weighs about 250 g/cup and can substitute for peanut butter in most recipes. It has a milder, sweeter flavor that works particularly well in cookies and energy bars.
Tips for measuring Cashews (Whole)
- Whole: ~130 g/cup. Pieces: ~145 g/cup. Cashew butter: ~250 g/cup.
- Soak in boiling water 30 min for blending into sauces and cream.
- Raw cashews blend smoother than roasted for dairy-free recipes.
- Store in freezer — cashews go rancid faster than almonds due to higher fat.
Common mistakes
- Using roasted cashews for 'cashew cream' — raw blend much smoother
- Not soaking long enough — grainy texture in sauces and desserts
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many grams in a cup of Cashews (Whole)?
- 1 cup of Cashews (Whole) weighs 130 grams — the standard used in most American recipes. Use the converter above for any other amount.
- How many grams is 1 tablespoon of Cashews (Whole)?
- 1 tablespoon of Cashews (Whole) weighs about 8 grams. The full table above lists every common cup fraction.
- What's the most common mistake when measuring Cashews (Whole)?
- Using roasted cashews for 'cashew cream' — raw blend much smoother. Weighing on a kitchen scale avoids it entirely.
- Does chopping change how much Cashews (Whole) fits in a cup?
- Yes — finely chopped cashews (Whole) packs denser than whole or halved pieces, so weigh when precision matters.