Ingredient conversion
1 cup vegetable oil to grams
1 US cup of vegetable oil = 218 grams.
This uses the liquid oil. Switch to metric, Australian/South African or imperial cup sizes in the converter below.
This uses the liquid oil. Switch to metric, Australian/South African or imperial cup sizes in the converter below.
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Vegetable oil cup to gram chart
| Cups | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup vegetable oil | 54.5g |
| 1/3 cup vegetable oil | 72.7g |
| 1/2 cup vegetable oil | 109g |
| 2/3 cup vegetable oil | 145.3g |
| 3/4 cup vegetable oil | 163.5g |
| 1 cup vegetable oil | 218g |
| 2 cup vegetable oil | 436g |
| 3 cup vegetable oil | 654g |
Accuracy note
For baking, small measuring differences can affect texture. If a recipe is precise, weigh vegetable oil in grams rather than relying only on volume.
FAQ
How many grams is 1 cup of vegetable oil?
1 US cup of vegetable oil is 218 grams using the liquid oil.
Why can vegetable oil 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.