Have you ever found a great recipe online only to realize it uses measurements you are not familiar with? Cooking measurement conversions are one of the most practical skills for any home cook. This guide covers all the essential conversions you need.
Volume Conversions
The most common cooking conversion challenge is volume. Here are the key equivalents:
- 1 cup = 16 tablespoons = 237 milliliters
- 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons = 15 milliliters
- 1 fluid ounce = 2 tablespoons = 30 milliliters
- 1 pint = 2 cups = 473 milliliters
- 1 quart = 4 cups = 946 milliliters
Use our Unit Converter for instant conversions between any measurement units.
Weight Conversions
Many international recipes use grams instead of ounces:
- 1 ounce = 28.35 grams
- 1 pound = 16 ounces = 453.6 grams
- 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds = 35.3 ounces
For baking, weight measurements are more accurate than volume. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120-150 grams depending on how you scoop it.
Temperature Conversions
Oven temperatures are a frequent conversion need. Most US recipes use Fahrenheit, while international ones use Celsius. Use our Temperature Converter for instant results, or remember these key benchmarks: 350°F = 175°C, 375°F = 190°C, 400°F = 200°C, 425°F = 220°C.
Common Baking Substitutions
When you lack an ingredient, substitutions can save your recipe: 1 cup butter = 1 cup margarine or 7/8 cup oil, 1 cup milk = 1 cup water + 1/3 cup dry milk powder, 1 egg = 3 tablespoons mayonnaise. Use our Percentage Calculator to adjust recipe proportions when scaling up or down.
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