Baking Conversion Chart

A comprehensive baking conversion calculator that converts between cups, grams, ounces, tablespoons, and teaspoons for any baking ingredient. Essential for adapting recipes, using different measurement systems, and ensuring accurate baking results.

Common Baking Conversions

All-Purpose Flour

1 cup = 125 grams = 4.4 ounces = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons
1 tablespoon = 7.8 grams
1 teaspoon = 2.6 grams

Granulated Sugar

1 cup = 200 grams = 7.1 ounces = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons
1 tablespoon = 12.5 grams
1 teaspoon = 4.2 grams

Butter

1 cup = 227 grams = 8 ounces = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons
1 tablespoon = 14.2 grams
1 teaspoon = 4.7 grams

Why Use Weight Measurements?

Weight measurements (grams) are more accurate than volume (cups) because:

Consistency: Weight doesn't vary with packing or sifting
Accuracy: Eliminates measurement errors from how ingredients are packed
Precision: Essential for professional baking results
International: Makes following recipes from different countries easier

Ingredient Density Reference

Different ingredients have different densities. Here's how 1 cup converts for common ingredients:

Flour: 125g per cup
Sugar: 200g per cup
Brown Sugar: 220g per cup (packed)
Powdered Sugar: 120g per cup
Butter: 227g per cup
Cocoa Powder: 85g per cup
Honey: 340g per cup
Milk: 240g per cup
Water: 240g per cup
Oil: 220g per cup

Volume to Weight Conversions

Standard Volume Equivalents

1 cup = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons
1 fluid ounce = 2 tablespoons

Tips for Accurate Conversions

Use weight when possible: Grams are most accurate
Check ingredient type: Different types have different densities
Pack appropriately: Brown sugar should be packed, flour should be spooned
Use correct tools: Use proper measuring cups and spoons
Level off: Use a straight edge to level dry ingredients

Converting Recipes

When converting recipes:

Convert all ingredients consistently (all to grams or all to cups)
Maintain ingredient ratios
Use ingredient-specific conversions
Round appropriately (baking allows small variations)

Baking Tip: For the most accurate results, invest in a kitchen scale and measure by weight (grams). This eliminates the guesswork of how ingredients are packed in cups and ensures consistent results every time. Most professional bakers use weight measurements exclusively!

Baking Conversion Chart - Convert Any Baking Measurement