Cooking Converter — Cups, Tbsp, Tsp, mL, Fl Oz & More
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How to Convert Cooking Measurements
Cooking measurements can be confusing, especially when recipes use different systems. US recipes typically use volume measurements like cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons, while many international recipes use metric units like milliliters and liters. This converter handles all common cooking volume units so you can follow any recipe regardless of its origin.
The key US volume relationships are: 1 cup = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons = 8 fluid ounces = 236.6 mL. Two cups make a pint, two pints make a quart, and four quarts make a gallon. For metric conversions, 1 liter equals 1,000 milliliters, which is about 4.23 US cups.
For baking accuracy, weight measurements are preferred over volume. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120 to 150 grams depending on how it is scooped. Using a kitchen scale eliminates this variability and leads to more consistent results in your baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tablespoons are in a cup?
There are 16 tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons, so one cup contains 48 teaspoons. These relationships are the foundation of US cooking measurement conversions.
How do I convert cups to milliliters?
One US cup equals approximately 236.6 milliliters. To convert cups to mL, multiply the number of cups by 236.6. For example, 2 cups = 473.2 mL.
Why do bakers prefer weight over volume?
Weight measurements (grams) are more accurate than volume because ingredients like flour can vary in density depending on how they are scooped or packed. Using a scale eliminates this variability and leads to more consistent results.
What is the difference between US and Imperial fluid ounces?
A US fluid ounce equals about 29.57 mL, while an Imperial (UK) fluid ounce equals about 28.41 mL. Similarly, a US cup is 236.6 mL while an Imperial cup is 284.1 mL. This converter uses US measurements.