Cooking Measurement & Conversion Cheat Sheet

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Common Kitchen Measurement Conversions

US Measurement Equivalent Metric
1 tablespoon (tbsp) 3 teaspoons (tsp) 15 ml
1/4 cup 4 tablespoons 60 ml
1/3 cup 5 tbsp + 1 tsp 80 ml
1/2 cup 8 tablespoons 120 ml
1 cup 16 tablespoons 240 ml
1 pint 2 cups 480 ml
1 quart 2 pints 950 ml
1 ounce (oz) 2 tablespoons 30 ml
1 pound (lb) 16 ounces 454 g

Baking Measurement Equivalents

Ingredient 1 Cup Equals Metric
All-purpose flour 4.25 oz 120 g
Sugar (granulated) 7 oz 200 g
Butter 8 oz 227 g
Brown sugar 7.5 oz 213 g
Honey 12 oz 340 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?

There are 3 teaspoons in 1 tablespoon. This is a fundamental kitchen conversion, especially useful for baking and cooking when you need to scale recipes or measure small quantities accurately.

How many tablespoons are in a cup?

There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. This conversion is handy when doubling or halving recipes. For more conversions, try our volume converter.

How many ounces are in a cup?

There are 8 fluid ounces in 1 cup (for liquids). For dry ingredients, the weight in ounces will vary by ingredient. Use our weight converter for precise results.

How many cups are in a pint and a quart?

There are 2 cups in a pint and 4 cups in a quart. These conversions are especially useful for scaling up recipes or when using different measuring systems.

How many ounces are in a pound?

There are 16 ounces in 1 pound. This is essential for converting weights of dry ingredients like flour, sugar, or meat.

How do I convert grams to cups?

The conversion from grams to cups depends on the ingredient. For example, 1 cup of all-purpose flour is about 120 grams, while 1 cup of granulated sugar is about 200 grams. For accurate conversions, use our weight converter tool or download our printable chart.

What is the difference between fluid ounces and dry ounces?

Fluid ounces measure volume (liquids), while dry ounces measure weight (solids). They are not interchangeable. Always check your recipe to see which is required.

How do I accurately measure dry ingredients?

Use dry measuring cups and spoons. Spoon the ingredient into the cup, then level off with a straight edge. Avoid packing unless the recipe specifies. For best results, use a digital kitchen scale.

Is there a printable version of this conversion chart?

Yes! Download our printable cooking conversion chart for easy reference in your kitchen.

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