Cooking Converter
Convert Cups, Spoons, Grams, and Temperatures for baking and cooking.
Quick Kitchen Reference
| Unit | Equivalent |
|---|---|
| 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) | 3 Teaspoons (tsp) |
| 1 Cup (US) | 16 Tbsp or ~240 ml |
| 1 Pint | 2 Cups |
| 1 Quart | 2 Pints or 4 Cups |
| 1 Gallon | 4 Quarts |
Baking requires precision
Unlike cooking, baking is chemistry. A "cup" of flour can vary by 20% depending on how it's packed. Using a kitchen scale and grams is always more accurate.
Common Questions
US vs Metric Cup?
A US Customary cup is ~236.6ml. A Metric cup (common in commonwealth countries like Australia/Canada) is exactly 250ml.
Celsius vs Fahrenheit
350°F is the standard baking temp, which is roughly 175-180°C.
Fluid Ounces vs Weight Ounces
They are not the same! Fluid oz measures volume (water), while standard oz measures weight. 8 fl oz of water weighs 8 oz, but 8 fl oz of honey weighs ~12 oz.
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Convert between volume measurements (cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, ml), weight measurements (grams, ounces), and oven temperatures (Fahrenheit, Celsius, Gas Mark)—all in one place.
Volume
- 1 cup = 16 tbsp = 48 tsp
- 1 cup (US) = 240 ml
- 1 tbsp = 3 tsp = 15 ml
- 1 fl oz = 2 tbsp = 30 ml
Weight
- 1 oz = 28.35 grams
- 1 lb = 16 oz = 454 grams
- 1 kg = 2.2 lbs
- 1 stick butter = 113g = 8 tbsp
Temperature
- 300°F = 150°C (Low)
- 350°F = 180°C (Moderate)
- 400°F = 200°C (Hot)
- 450°F = 230°C (Very Hot)
Common Ingredient Weights (per Cup)
Because 1 cup of flour ≠ 1 cup of sugar in weight. Here are the most-searched conversions:
Spooned & leveled, not packed.
White sugar, standard granulation.
Packed firmly into cup.
2 sticks = 1 cup.
Dense liquids weigh more.
1 ml water ≈ 1 gram.
🥄 The Baker's Secret
For consistent baking results, weigh your ingredients. A kitchen scale (preferably measuring to 1g) is more accurate than any cup measure. Professional bakers worldwide use grams exclusively.
The "spoon and level" method for flour: fluff flour, spoon into cup, level off with a knife. Never scoop directly—it packs the flour and adds 20-30% more than intended!
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon. This is a universal standard in cooking. So if a recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and you only have a teaspoon measure, use 3 teaspoons.
How many tablespoons are in a cup?
16 tablespoons = 1 cup (US standard). This means 1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup, and 4 tablespoons = 1/4 cup. Useful when you don't have a full cup measure handy.
How do I convert cups to grams?
It depends on the ingredient! Cups measure volume, grams measure weight. Different ingredients have different densities. For example: 1 cup of all-purpose flour ≈ 120g, 1 cup of sugar ≈ 200g, 1 cup of butter ≈ 227g, 1 cup of water = 240g.
What is the difference between fluid ounces and ounces?
Fluid ounces (fl oz) measure volume (like cups or ml). Ounces (oz) measure weight (like grams or pounds). 1 fl oz of water weighs approximately 1 oz, but this doesn't apply to other liquids like oil or honey.
How do I convert Fahrenheit to Celsius for oven temperatures?
Use the formula: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9. Common conversions: 350°F = 177°C (moderate oven), 400°F = 204°C (hot oven), 450°F = 232°C (very hot). Our converter handles this instantly.
What are UK Gas Mark oven settings?
Gas Mark is a temperature scale used on gas ovens in the UK and Ireland. Common equivalents: Gas Mark 4 = 350°F/180°C, Gas Mark 5 = 375°F/190°C, Gas Mark 6 = 400°F/200°C. Each mark represents a 25°F/14°C increment.
How many ml in a cup?
It depends on which 'cup' you're using! US cup = 240 ml. UK/Imperial cup = 284 ml. Australian cup = 250 ml. Japanese cup = 200 ml. Most international recipes use the 240ml US standard.
Why do baking recipes use weight instead of volume?
Weight is more accurate. How you scoop flour affects volume—a packed cup can weigh 150g while a sifted cup weighs 110g. Professional bakers always use weight (grams) for consistent results. A kitchen scale is a baker's best friend.
What is a 'stick' of butter?
In the US, 1 stick of butter = 113g = 8 tablespoons = 1/2 cup = 4 oz. Butter sticks are pre-marked with tablespoon measurements for easy cutting. In recipes from the UK or Europe, butter is typically measured in grams.
How do I halve or double a recipe?
For simple recipes, divide or multiply all measurements. For baking, be careful—some ratios matter more than others. Converting to grams first makes halving/doubling easier (e.g., 120g ÷ 2 = 60g is simpler than 1 cup ÷ 2 = 8 tablespoons).