Ingredient conversion
1 cup milk to grams
1 US cup of milk = 245 grams.
This uses the liquid dairy. Switch to metric, Australian/South African or imperial cup sizes in the converter below.
This uses the liquid dairy. Switch to metric, Australian/South African or imperial cup sizes in the converter below.
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Why this matters: A cup of flour, sugar, butter and honey do not weigh the same.
Milk cup to gram chart
| Cups | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup milk | 61.2g |
| 1/3 cup milk | 81.7g |
| 1/2 cup milk | 122.5g |
| 2/3 cup milk | 163.3g |
| 3/4 cup milk | 183.8g |
| 1 cup milk | 245g |
| 2 cup milk | 490g |
| 3 cup milk | 735g |
Accuracy note
For baking, small measuring differences can affect texture. If a recipe is precise, weigh milk in grams rather than relying only on volume.
FAQ
How many grams is 1 cup of milk?
1 US cup of milk is 245 grams using the liquid dairy.
Why can milk conversions vary?
Cups measure volume, grams measure weight. Different cup sizes and measuring methods can change the result, especially for dry ingredients.
Should I use grams or cups for baking?
Grams are usually more reliable because weighing removes variation from scooping, packing and cup size.