Cooking & Baking Measurement Converters.
Eliminate kitchen guesswork. Convert volume to weight with ingredient density accuracy for flour, sugar, butter, and rice, or translate oven temperatures across Fahrenheit, Celsius, and British Gas Marks.
Universal Culinary Engine
Interactive CalculatorCups to Grams Calculator
125 g
4.41 oz1
Standard Measuring Cup16
48 tsp236.6 ml
8 fl ozCalibrated to standard culinary volume-to-density formulas. Fluff flour before scooping.
Cooking Measurement Directory.
Ingredient-specific converters, butter sticks, and oven temperature calculators.
Butter Converter (Sticks, Cups, Grams, Tbsp)
Convert butter measurements between US sticks, cups, tablespoons, grams, and ounces with international butter block conversions.
Cups to Grams Converter
Convert US cups to grams for flour, sugar, butter, rice, and liquids with ingredient density precision.
Fahrenheit to Celsius Oven Converter
Quickly convert American recipe oven temperatures (°F) to European metric Celsius (°C) and convection fan temperatures.
Flour Converter (All-Purpose, Bread, Cake, Whole Wheat)
Convert flour cups to grams across all-purpose, bread, cake, and whole wheat flours with density calibration.
Grams to Cups Converter
Convert metric grams to US cups for baking and cooking ingredients with exact density adjustments.
Oven Temperature Converter (°F, °C, Gas Mark, Fan)
Convert baking temperatures between Fahrenheit (°F), Celsius (°C), fan-forced convection ovens, and British Gas Marks.
Sugar Converter (Granulated, Brown, Powdered)
Convert cups to grams for granulated white sugar, packed brown sugar, and powdered confectioners sugar.
Tablespoons to ML Converter
Convert tablespoons to milliliters (ml) across US, UK, and Australian culinary standards with fluid ounce conversions.
Teaspoons to Grams Converter
Convert teaspoons to grams for baking powder, baking soda, salt, yeast, spices, and sugar with density accuracy.
The Science of Kitchen Measurement.
Why professional chefs and bakers worldwide weigh ingredients in grams rather than relying on volume cups.
Liquid vs Dry Cups
Liquid measuring cups feature a pour spout and clear headspace to measure meniscus level. Dry cups must be leveled flat across the rim with a straight knife.
Compaction Error
A dipped cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on humidity and packing force. Weighing grams eliminates up to 30% recipe error.
Convection Dynamics
Ovens lose 25°F to 50°F every time the door opens. Use an independent oven thermometer rather than relying solely on built-in dials.
Baking & Cooking Ingredient Conversion Chart.
Weight varies significantly by ingredient density. Here is the definitive culinary cross-reference chart from cups to grams and tablespoons.
Common Baking Ingredients (Volume to Weight in Grams)
| Ingredient | 1 Cup | 1/2 Cup | 1/3 Cup | 1/4 Cup | 1 Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 125g | 63g | 42g | 31g | 7.8g |
| Bread Flour | 127g | 64g | 42g | 32g | 7.9g |
| Cake Flour | 114g | 57g | 38g | 29g | 7.1g |
| Granulated Sugar | 200g | 100g | 67g | 50g | 12.5g |
| Brown Sugar (Packed) | 220g | 110g | 73g | 55g | 13.8g |
| Confectioners / Powdered | 120g | 60g | 40g | 30g | 7.5g |
| Butter (Solid/Melted) | 227g | 113g | 76g | 57g | 14.2g |
| White Rice (Uncooked) | 185g | 93g | 62g | 46g | 11.6g |
| Brown Rice (Uncooked) | 190g | 95g | 63g | 48g | 11.9g |
| Rolled Oats | 90g | 45g | 30g | 23g | 5.6g |
| Cocoa Powder | 100g | 50g | 33g | 25g | 6.3g |
| Whole Milk / Water | 240g | 120g | 80g | 60g | 15g |
Oven Temperature Conversion Table
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) | Fan-Forced (°C) | Gas Mark | Heat Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 225°F | 110°C | 90°C | 1/4 | Very Cool |
| 250°F | 120°C | 100°C | 1/2 | Very Cool |
| 275°F | 140°C | 120°C | 1 | Cool |
| 300°F | 150°C | 130°C | 2 | Cool |
| 325°F | 165°C | 145°C | 3 | Warm |
| 350°F | 177°C | 160°C | 4 | Moderate |
| 375°F | 190°C | 170°C | 5 | Moderate |
| 400°F | 200°C | 180°C | 6 | Moderately Hot |
| 425°F | 220°C | 200°C | 7 | Hot |
| 450°F | 230°C | 210°C | 8 | Hot |
| 475°F | 245°C | 225°C | 9 | Very Hot |
Frequently Asked Questions About Kitchen Units.
Everything you need to know before substituting baking ingredients.
Why do cups and grams convert differently for different ingredients?↓
A cup measures volume (space occupied), while a gram measures mass (weight). Because flour is airy and granulated sugar is dense, 1 cup of flour weighs 125g while 1 cup of sugar weighs 200g.
How many tablespoons are in one US cup?↓
There are exactly 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (48 teaspoons, or approximately 236.6 milliliters).
How much does 1 stick of butter weigh?↓
In the United States, 1 stick of butter equals 1/2 cup, 8 tablespoons, 4 ounces, or 113.4 grams.
How do I convert standard oven recipes for a fan-forced (convection) oven?↓
Reduce the baking temperature by 20°C (or 25°F) when using a fan-forced oven, as circulating air transfers heat more rapidly to the food surface.