cooking measurement converter

convert recipe measurements between cups, spoons, milliliters, grams and ounces for common ingredients.

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frequently asked questions

why does a cup of flour weigh less than a cup of sugar?

ingredients have different densities. a US cup of flour is about 125 g, while sugar is about 200 g.

are the weights exact?

they are typical averages. packing, humidity and brand change real weights, so use a scale for baking precision.

are US or metric cups used?

US cups (236.6 ml), with 16 tablespoons per cup and 3 teaspoons per tablespoon.

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