Cooking Measurement Converter Formula

Understand the math behind the cooking measurement converter. Each variable explained with a worked example.

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Formulas Used

Tablespoons

tablespoons = cups * 16

Teaspoons

teaspoons = cups * 48

Milliliters

ml = cups * 236.588

Fluid Ounces

floz = cups * 8

Liters

liters = cups * 0.236588

Variables

VariableDescriptionDefault
cupsCups(cups)1

How It Works

Cooking Measurement Converter

Conversion Factors from US Cups

  • Tablespoons: cups × 16
  • Teaspoons: cups × 48
  • Milliliters: cups × 236.588
  • Fluid Ounces: cups × 8
  • Liters: cups × 0.236588

    • Worked Example

    Convert 1 cup to other cooking measurements.

    cups = 1
    1. 01Tablespoons = 1 × 16 = 16 tbsp
    2. 02Teaspoons = 1 × 48 = 48 tsp
    3. 03Milliliters = 1 × 236.588 = 236.59 mL
    4. 04Fluid Ounces = 1 × 8 = 8 fl oz

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How many tablespoons are in a cup?

    There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup.

    How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?

    There are 3 teaspoons in 1 tablespoon.

    How many mL are in a cup?

    There are approximately 236.588 mL in 1 US cup.

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    Guide

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