Nuts & Seeds conversions
Whole nuts leave air gaps in the cup, so chopped nuts pack more weight into the same volume. The values here are for whole nuts.
A pound of almonds fills about 3.19 cups, while a pound of walnuts fills about 3.88 cups.
Nuts & Seeds weight and volume compared
| Ingredient | Grams per cup | Ounces per cup | Cups per pound | Cups per 100 g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almonds | 142 g | 5.01 oz | 3.19 | 0.704 |
| Walnuts | 117 g | 4.13 oz | 3.88 | 0.855 |
Measuring nuts & seeds accurately
Check whether the recipe means whole or chopped nuts, and measure accordingly: "1 cup walnuts, chopped" means measure whole then chop, while "1 cup chopped walnuts" means chop first. Chopped nuts fit more weight into the cup. Toasting does not change weight noticeably.
How to measure each one
- Almonds: Measure whole almonds loosely unless the recipe specifies chopped almonds.
- Walnuts: Use a cup measure for whole or chopped walnuts according to the recipe.
Swapping one for another
When substituting within this group, swap by weight rather than by cup. For example, 1 cup of walnuts weighs 117 g; the same weight of almonds is 0.824 cups. Matching the weight keeps the recipe balanced even though the volumes differ.
Buying and storing
Nuts go rancid at room temperature within a few months because of their oil content. Buy them in amounts you will use, and keep extras in the freezer, where they last up to a year and can be measured straight from frozen.
Nuts & Seeds questions
How many cups are in a pound of almonds?
About 3.19 cups. One cup of almonds weighs 142 g, or 5.01 oz.
How many cups are in a pound of walnuts?
About 3.88 cups. One cup of walnuts weighs 117 g, or 4.13 oz.