Cooking Measurement Conversion Guide: Cups, Grams, Ounces & More

Cooking measurement conversion is one of the most searched topics in kitchens around the world. Whether you’re in the Philippines, Australia, the United States, or anywhere else, getting your measurements right is the key to better baking and cooking.

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Why Use a Cooking Measurement Conversion Chart?

When a recipe uses cups, grams, or ounces, confusion happens quickly. A clear chart or converter helps you switch units instantly, saving time and avoiding mistakes. For example, 1 cup equals 240 ml or 16 tablespoons. Having that at your fingertips can prevent a dry cake or a salty soup.

Cups to Grams and Ounces – Examples

Here are some examples that confuse many cooks:

1 cup of all-purpose flour = 120 g = 4.2 oz
1 cup of granulated sugar = 200 g = 7.1 oz
½ cup of butter = 113 g = 4 oz

When you use our tables or Smart Ingredient Converter, these numbers are instantly available.

The Difference Between Volume and Weight

Volume (cups, tablespoons, milliliters) measures the space an ingredient takes up. Weight (grams, ounces, pounds) measures how heavy the ingredient is. This is why 1 cup of flour does not weigh the same as 1 cup of sugar—they have different densities.

How to Use a Kitchen Scale Effectively

A digital kitchen scale is a small investment that guarantees precision. Place a bowl on the scale, zero it out, and add your ingredient. This method avoids scooping errors, especially for flour which can be packed down and measured incorrectly in cups.

Common Conversion Mistakes

Assuming all ingredients have the same weight per cup.
Confusing fluid ounces (volume) with ounces (weight).
Using the same spoon for liquids and dry ingredients without leveling.
Not checking if the recipe is using the US cup (240 ml) or the metric cup (250 ml).

FAQs

Q: How many grams are in 1 cup of rice?
A: 1 cup of uncooked rice is about 195 g.

Q: What is 1 tablespoon in milliliters?
A: 1 tablespoon = 15 ml.

Q: Is it better to bake with cups or grams?
A: Grams are more accurate, but using a conversion chart allows you to bake perfectly with cups as well.

Final Tips

Cooking measurement conversion is a skill that improves over time. Bookmark this page, and remember: measure carefully, use the right tools, and enjoy the process. Accurate measurements are the secret to dishes that come out right every time.