🍳 Cooking Converter - Complete Guide

What is the Cooking Converter?

The Cooking Converter is an essential kitchen tool that helps you convert between different cooking and baking measurements. Whether you're following a recipe from another country or need to scale ingredients, this converter ensures accurate measurements every time.

Perfect for:

• Converting international recipes (US to metric and vice versa)
• Scaling recipes up or down
• Substituting ingredients with different measurement units
• Baking with precision (where accuracy matters most)

Cooking Units Explained

Volume Measurements:

• Cup (c) = 240 mL (US) or 250 mL (metric)
• Tablespoon (tbsp) = 15 mL
• Teaspoon (tsp) = 5 mL
• Fluid Ounce (fl oz) = 30 mL
• Milliliter (mL) = metric volume unit
• Liter (L) = 1000 mL
• Pint (pt) = 2 cups = 480 mL
• Quart (qt) = 4 cups = 960 mL
• Gallon (gal) = 16 cups = 3.8 L

Weight Measurements:

• Gram (g) = metric weight unit
• Kilogram (kg) = 1000 g
• Ounce (oz) = 28.35 g
• Pound (lb) = 16 oz = 454 g

Quick Reference:

How to Use the Cooking Converter

1. Enter Amount:

   Type the quantity from your recipe (e.g., 2)

2. Select "From" Unit:

   Choose the unit in the recipe (e.g., cups)

3. Select "To" Unit:

   Choose the unit you want (e.g., grams)

4. Click Convert:

   Get your converted measurement

Example:

Common Cooking Conversions

Flour:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour = 120-125 g
• 1 cup bread flour = 130 g
• 1 cup cake flour = 115 g
• 1 cup whole wheat flour = 120 g

Sugar:

• 1 cup granulated sugar = 200 g
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed) = 220 g
• 1 cup powdered sugar = 120 g
• 1 tablespoon sugar = 12.5 g

Butter & Fats:

• 1 cup butter = 227 g = 2 sticks
• 1 tablespoon butter = 14 g
• 1 stick butter = 113 g = 8 tablespoons
• 1 cup oil = 220 g

Liquids:

• 1 cup water/milk = 240 mL = 240 g
• 1 tablespoon = 15 mL
• 1 teaspoon = 5 mL
• 1 fluid ounce = 30 mL

Other Common Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice (uncooked) = 185 g
• 1 cup oats = 90 g
• 1 cup honey = 340 g
• 1 cup cocoa powder = 100 g
• 1 cup chocolate chips = 170 g
• 1 cup nuts (chopped) = 120-150 g

Common Use Cases

1. International Recipe Conversion

• US to Metric: Convert American recipes to grams/mL
• UK to US: British recipes use different cup sizes
• European Recipes: Convert metric to US measurements
• Asian Recipes: Convert between different measurement systems

2. Baking Precision

• Bread Making: Accurate flour and water ratios
• Pastries: Precise butter and flour measurements
• Cakes: Exact ingredient proportions
• Cookies: Consistent batch results

3. Recipe Scaling

• Doubling Recipes: Scale up for larger batches
• Halving Recipes: Make smaller portions
• Serving Adjustments: Convert for different guest counts
• Meal Prep: Scale recipes for weekly cooking

4. Dietary & Nutrition

• Portion Control: Measure exact serving sizes
• Calorie Counting: Accurate ingredient weights
• Macro Tracking: Precise protein/carb/fat measurements
• Special Diets: Exact measurements for keto, low-carb, etc.

5. Professional Cooking

• Restaurant Recipes: Scale home recipes for commercial use
• Catering: Calculate large-batch quantities
• Food Costing: Accurate ingredient amounts for pricing
• Recipe Development: Test and standardize recipes

Cooking & Baking Tips

Measuring Tips:

• Flour: Spoon into cup and level off (don't pack or scoop)
• Brown Sugar: Pack firmly into measuring cup
• Liquids: Use liquid measuring cup at eye level
• Butter: Use wrapper markings for tablespoons
• Sticky Ingredients: Spray measuring cup with oil first

Weight vs Volume:

• Baking: Use weight (grams) for best accuracy
• Liquids: Volume (mL/cups) works well
• Dry Ingredients: Weight is more consistent than volume
• Professional Recipes: Usually given in weights

Common Substitutions:

• 1 cup milk = 1 cup almond milk (1:1 ratio)
• 1 cup butter = 1 cup coconut oil (for dairy-free)
• 1 tablespoon fresh herbs = 1 teaspoon dried herbs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour = 1 cup + 2 tbsp cake flour

Temperature Conversions:

• 350°F = 175°C = Gas Mark 4
• 375°F = 190°C = Gas Mark 5
• 400°F = 200°C = Gas Mark 6
• 425°F = 220°C = Gas Mark 7

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why do cup measurements vary by ingredient?

A: Cups measure volume, not weight. Different ingredients have different densities. 1 cup of flour weighs less than 1 cup of sugar.

Q: Should I use weight or volume measurements?

A: For baking, weight (grams) is more accurate. For cooking, volume (cups/spoons) is usually fine.

Q: What's the difference between US and metric cups?

A: US cup = 240 mL, Metric cup = 250 mL. The difference is small but can matter in baking.

Q: How do I measure sticky ingredients like honey?

A: Spray the measuring cup with cooking oil first, or use weight measurements (easier and more accurate).

Q: Can I use the same measuring cup for dry and liquid ingredients?

A: Technically yes, but liquid measuring cups have a spout and are easier for liquids. Dry measuring cups are meant to be leveled off.

Q: How many grams in a tablespoon?

A: It depends on the ingredient! Water = 15g, flour = 8g, sugar = 12.5g, butter = 14g.

Q: What if my recipe uses "pinch" or "dash"?

A: Pinch ≈ 1/16 teaspoon, Dash ≈ 1/8 teaspoon. These are approximate measurements.

Why Use Our Cooking Converter?

• ✅ Kitchen-Tested: Accurate conversions for real cooking
• ✅ All Units Covered: Cups, spoons, grams, ounces, and more
• ✅ Instant Results: Quick conversions while cooking
• ✅ Mobile Friendly: Use on phone/tablet in the kitchen
• ✅ Free Forever: No registration needed
• ✅ Easy to Use: Simple interface, clear results
• ✅ International Support: US, metric, and UK measurements
• ✅ Always Available: Works offline

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