Recipe Converter
Convert cups, tablespoons and teaspoons to grams and millilitres for any ingredient. Select from 50+ common ingredients with accurate density values.
Enter a volume and ingredient above.
About This Recipe Converter
This tool converts volume measurements (cups, tablespoons, teaspoons) to weight (grams) and metric volume (millilitres) using ingredient-specific density values. Different ingredients have different weights per cup — for example, a cup of flour weighs about 120g, while a cup of sugar weighs about 200g. This converter uses accurate, tested densities for over 50 common ingredients.
Whether you're following a recipe from a different country, scaling a recipe up or down, or just want to be more precise in your cooking, this converter gives you the exact numbers you need.
Why Weight is Better Than Volume
Weight measurements (grams) are more accurate and consistent than volume measurements (cups). The same cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 150g depending on how you scoop it. By converting to grams, you get reproducible results every time — especially important for baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
You select an ingredient, enter a volume value, and choose the unit (cups, tbsp, tsp, or ml). The converter uses the ingredient's density to calculate the weight in grams and the volume in millilitres.
Over 50 common ingredients including flour, sugar, butter, milk, oils, honey, maple syrup, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, spices, nuts, seeds, and more.
Yes — simply select the ingredient, enter the number of tablespoons, and choose "tablespoon (tbsp)" as the unit. The converter will show the weight in grams.
Yes, the densities used are based on standard reference values for common cooking ingredients. However, variations can occur due to humidity, packing, and brand differences.
Note: Densities are averages and may vary slightly. For critical baking, always use a kitchen scale for the most accurate results.