Baking Conversion Chart

Master precise baking measurements with our comprehensive conversion chart. Convert cups to grams, ounces, tablespoons, and more for perfect results every time.

Cups to GramsTemperature ConversionsPan Size EquivalentsMetric & Imperial
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Volume

Cups, tablespoons, teaspoons

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Weight

Grams, ounces, pounds

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Temperature

Fahrenheit to Celsius

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Pan Sizes

Round, square, rectangular

Volume Conversions

FromToNotes
1 cup16 tablespoonsStandard US measurement
1 cup8 fluid ouncesLiquid measurements
1 cup240 mlMetric conversion
1 tablespoon3 teaspoonsStandard conversion
1 tablespoon15 mlMetric conversion
1 teaspoon5 mlMetric conversion
1 quart4 cupsLiquid measurements
1 gallon16 cupsLiquid measurements

Weight Conversions

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1 ounce28.35 gramsStandard weight
1 pound16 ouncesStandard weight
1 pound453.59 gramsMetric conversion
1 kilogram2.2 poundsMetric to imperial
1 gram0.035 ouncesMetric to imperial

Common Baking Ingredients (1 Cup)

FromToNotes
All-purpose flour120g (4.25 oz)Spooned and leveled
Bread flour127g (4.5 oz)Higher protein content
Cake flour114g (4 oz)Lower protein content
Whole wheat flour120g (4.25 oz)Whole grain flour
Almond flour96g (3.4 oz)Gluten-free alternative
Coconut flour112g (4 oz)Gluten-free alternative
Granulated sugar200g (7 oz)White sugar
Brown sugar (packed)220g (7.75 oz)Light or dark
Powdered sugar120g (4.25 oz)Confectioners sugar
Butter227g (8 oz)2 sticks
Vegetable oil218g (7.7 oz)Liquid at room temp
Honey340g (12 oz)Liquid sweetener
Maple syrup312g (11 oz)Liquid sweetener
Milk240g (8.5 oz)Whole milk
Heavy cream238g (8.4 oz)Whipping cream
Sour cream240g (8.5 oz)Full-fat sour cream
Yogurt245g (8.6 oz)Plain yogurt
Cocoa powder85g (3 oz)Unsweetened cocoa
Chocolate chips170g (6 oz)Semi-sweet chips
Nuts (chopped)120g (4.25 oz)Most nuts
Oats (rolled)90g (3.2 oz)Old-fashioned oats
Rice (uncooked)185g (6.5 oz)Long-grain rice

Temperature Conversions

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250°F120°CVery low heat
275°F135°CLow heat
300°F150°CLow heat
325°F165°CSlow oven
350°F175°CModerate oven
375°F190°CModerate oven
400°F200°CHot oven
425°F220°CHot oven
450°F230°CVery hot oven
475°F245°CVery hot oven
500°F260°CExtremely hot oven

Pan Size Conversions

FromToNotes
8x8 inch square9 inch roundSame volume
9x13 inch rectangleTwo 9 inch roundsSame volume
9x13 inch rectangleOne 10 inch roundSame volume
8 inch round6 inch round + 6 cupcakesSame volume
9 inch round8 inch round + 4 cupcakesSame volume
Loaf pan (9x5)8x8 squareSame volume
Bundt pan (10 inch)Two 9 inch roundsSame volume

📌 Pro Baking Tips

Measuring Techniques

  • • Spoon flour into measuring cup, then level
  • • Pack brown sugar firmly into measuring cup
  • • Use liquid measuring cups for liquids
  • • Weigh ingredients for most accurate results
  • • Sift flour before measuring for lighter texture

Common Mistakes

  • • Don't scoop flour directly from bag
  • • Don't pack flour unless recipe specifies
  • • Don't substitute volume for weight measurements
  • • Don't guess at pan size conversions
  • • Don't forget to adjust cooking times

🚨 Emergency Baking Substitutions

No Baking Powder?

1 tsp = 1/4 tsp baking soda + 1/2 tsp cream of tartar

No Buttermilk?

1 cup = 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar

No Eggs?

1 egg = 1/4 cup applesauce or 1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water

No Brown Sugar?

1 cup = 1 cup white sugar + 1-2 tbsp molasses

No Cake Flour?

1 cup = 1 cup all-purpose flour - 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch

No Heavy Cream?

1 cup = 3/4 cup milk + 1/4 cup melted butter

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