Baking Measurement Conversions
Convert between cups, tablespoons, grams, ounces, and more for baking success. This guide covers key units, conversion tables, tips for accuracy, and common substitutions.
Introduction
Baking is a science! Accurate measurements are crucial for delicious results. This guide helps you convert between common baking units and avoid kitchen mishaps.
Key Baking Units
- Cup: Standard US volume measure (1 cup = 240 mL).
- Tablespoon (tbsp): 1 tbsp = 15 mL.
- Teaspoon (tsp): 1 tsp = 5 mL.
- Gram (g): Metric mass unit.
- Ounce (oz): 1 oz = 28.35 g.
- Pound (lb): 1 lb = 16 oz = 454 g.
Volume Conversion Table
| Unit | To Milliliters (mL) |
|---|
| 1 cup | 240 mL |
| 1 tbsp | 15 mL |
| 1 tsp | 5 mL |
Weight Conversion Table
| Unit | To Grams (g) |
|---|
| 1 oz | 28.35 g |
| 1 lb | 454 g |
Common Ingredient Conversions
| Ingredient | 1 Cup (g) |
|---|
| All-purpose flour | 120 g |
| Sugar | 200 g |
| Butter | 227 g |
| Honey | 340 g |
Tips for Accurate Baking
- Use a kitchen scale for best results, especially for flour and sugar.
- Spoon flour into the cup and level off—don't scoop directly from the bag.
- Check if your recipe uses US or metric cups.
Common Substitutions
- 1 cup buttermilk = 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice (let sit 5 min)
- 1 egg = 1/4 cup applesauce (for vegan baking)
Example Conversions
- Convert 2 cups of flour to grams: 2 × 120 = 240 g
- Convert 3 tbsp to mL: 3 × 15 = 45 mL
- Convert 8 oz butter to grams: 8 × 28.35 = 227 g
FAQ
- Why do my cakes turn out dry? Too much flour—measure carefully!
- Can I use a liquid measuring cup for dry ingredients? It's best to use dry measuring cups for solids and liquid cups for liquids.
