🍳 Kitchen Measurement Converter
Convert cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons to grams and ml — for any ingredient
Common measurements for selected ingredient
| Amount | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons | Grams | ML |
|---|
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In cooking a small difference in quantity can change the texture, taste, and the final results of your cooked recipe. So in baking and cooking your measurements should be accurate.
Our free tool Kitchen Measurement Converter helps you to convert instantly:
- Cups into milliliters (ml)
- Tablespoons (tbsp.) to milliliters and grams
- Teaspoons (tsp) to milliliters grams
- Cups to grams (water equivalent)
For 16 common ingredients including flour, sugar, butter, honey, yogurt, cornstarch, and more. This free online tool makes conversions quick and easy for you in baking cakes, preparing sauces, or following any international recipes. No guessing, no math, no signup — just fast and accurate cooking conversions in seconds.
Standard Kitchen Conversion Chart
Here are the most common kitchen measurement conversions given below:
| Unit | Milliliters (ml) | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cup | 240 ml | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| ¾ Cup | 180 ml | 12 tbsp | 36 tsp |
| ½ Cup | 120 ml | 8 tbsp | 24 tsp |
| ¼ Cup | 60 ml | 4 tbsp | 12 tsp |
| 1 Tablespoon | 15 ml | 1 tbsp | 3 tsp |
| 1 Teaspoon | 5 ml | ⅓ tbsp | 1 tsp |
Note:
When you are converting to grams, then keep in mind that weight depends on the ingredient. And when water and similar liquids, 1 ml ≈ 1 gram. And also remember dry ingredients like flour or sugar will have different weights.
Cups to Grams Conversion Chart
One of the most common questions in baking is — how many grams are in a cup? The answer depends entirely on the ingredient.
Here is a complete cups to grams converter reference chart:
| Ingredient | 1 Cup | 1 Tbsp | 1 Tsp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water / Milk | 240g | 15g | 5g |
| All-Purpose Flour | 125g | 8g | 2.6g |
| White Sugar | 200g | 12.5g | 4.2g |
| Brown Sugar | 220g | 13.8g | 4.6g |
| Butter | 227g | 14.2g | 4.7g |
| Honey | 339g | 21.2g | 7.1g |
| Rice (uncooked) | 185g | 11.6g | 3.9g |
| Salt | 292g | 18.3g | 6.1g |
| Cocoa Powder | 86g | 5.4g | 1.8g |
| Rolled Oats | 81g | 5.1g | 1.7g |
| Olive Oil | 216g | 13.5g | 4.5g |
| Yogurt | 245g | 15.3g | 5.1g |
| Heavy Cream | 238g | 14.9g | 5g |
| Baking Powder | 230g | 14.4g | 4.8g |
| Cornstarch | 128g | 8g | 2.7g |
Use our cooking conversion calculator above to get instant results for any amount and any ingredient.
Why Measurement Matters in Baking and Cooking
Baking is a science — and accurate kitchen measurements matter more than most people realize. Even a small measurement error can lead to:
- Dense or flat cakes
- Dry or overly soft cookies
- Runny or thick batter
- Incorrect texture and taste
- Failed recipes
This is especially important when following international recipes that use different measurement systems — like US cups vs metric grams. Our kitchen
conversion chart eliminates all guesswork and helps you get consistent, professional results every time.
Cups vs Tablespoons vs Teaspoons — What Is the Difference?
Understanding kitchen measurements is the first step to better cooking and baking results.
Cup
Used for measuring larger quantities of both dry and liquid ingredients. One US cup equals 240 ml or 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
Tablespoon (tbsp)
Used for medium quantities like oil, butter, syrups, and sauces. One tablespoon equals 15 ml or 3 teaspoons.
Teaspoon (tsp)
Ideal for small quantities like salt, baking powder, vanilla extract, and spices. One teaspoon equals 5 ml.
Grams vs Milliliters
Milliliters measure volume — grams measure weight. For liquids like water and milk, 1 ml ≈ 1 gram. For dry ingredients like flour and sugar, the weight
per ml varies significantly — which is why our cooking measurement converter uses ingredient-specific data for accurate results.
How to Use This Kitchen Measurement Converter
Using our free cooking conversion calculator is simple:
- Select your ingredient from the 16 available options
- Enter the amount or use the quick select buttons
- Choose your From unit — Cup, Tbsp, Tsp, ML or Grams
- Choose your To unit — get results in any unit
- Click Convert Now — get instant accurate results
The tool also shows a complete quick reference table for your selected ingredient so you can see all common measurements at a glance.
For more kitchen measurement guides, check out our complete Tablespoon to Grams conversion guide.
Kitchen Tools for Accurate Measurement
For the best cooking and baking results, always use proper measuring tools:
- Stainless steel measuring cup sets — for dry ingredients
- Digital kitchen scales — most accurate for grams
- Measuring spoon sets — for tablespoons and teaspoons
- Liquid measuring cups — with clear ml markings
Pro tip: For baking especially, a digital kitchen scale is more accurate than volume measurements — because a cup of flour can vary significantly depending on how tightly it is packed.
FAQs
How many ml are in one cup?
One US standard cup is equal to 240 milliliters or 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
How many ml are in a tablespoon?
One tablespoon is equal to 15 milliliters or 3 teaspoons.
How many ml are in a teaspoon?
One teaspoon equals 5 milliliters.
Is 1 ml equal to 1 gram?
For water and similar liquids, 1 milliliter is approximately equal to 1 gram. For dry ingredients, weight varies based on density —
use our cooking conversion calculator for accurate ingredient-specific results.
How many grams is 1 cup of flour?
One cup of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 125 grams.
How many grams is 1 cup of sugar?
One cup of white granulated sugar weighs approximately 200 grams.
How many grams is 1 cup of butter?
One cup of butter weighs approximately 227 grams or 2 sticks of butter.
How many grams is 1 cup of yogurt?
One cup of yogurt weighs approximately 245 grams.
How many grams is 1 cup of heavy cream?
One cup of heavy cream weighs approximately 238 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of cornstarch?
One tablespoon of cornstarch weighs approximately 8 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of baking powder?
One tablespoon of baking powder weighs approximately 14 grams.
What is the difference between a cooking conversion chart and a cooking conversion calculator?
A cooking conversion chart gives fixed reference values — while a cooking conversion calculator like ours lets you enter any amount and get instant
accurate results for any ingredient.
Can I use this tool for international recipes?
Yes — our kitchen measurement converter works perfectly for converting US measurements to metric and vice versa — ideal for following recipes from
any country.