Quick Summary: A kitchen conversion chart lists the most common cooking and baking measurements at a glance, including cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, fluid ounces, milliliters, grams, and oven temperatures. Download the free printable PDF below to keep these conversions handy while you cook.
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- Free printable conversion chart
- What's included in the measurement conversion chart?
- Measurement abbreviations
- Common kitchen conversions
- Table of measurements for common baking ingredients
- Measuring tools for cooking and baking
- FREE conversion chart printable download
- How to measure ingredients accurately
- How to scale a recipe up or down
- FAQ
- Other measurement conversion tables
- More helpful baking resources
- Comments
Free printable conversion chart
The right kitchen tools on hand, the perfect recipe, and an accessible cooking measurement conversion chart are what I have for successful baking daily.
This FREE printable conversion chart PDF is handy whether I am making a sandwich, reheating pizza, or baking a birthday cake.
I created this cheat sheet because I always have a tough time finding the perfect measurement table for myself.
Now I don't need to search the internet for the perfect conversion chart. It is a two-page FREE chart you can print out right now.
What's included in the measurement conversion chart?
It covers liquid conversions from cups to tablespoons to teaspoons and milliliters. It also includes dry measurement conversions (ounces, pounds, and grams) and an oven temperature conversion chart.
You will also find conversions between gallons, quarts, pints, cups, and liquid ounces, perfect for making a pitcher of sangria for the next garden party.
Download the free printable kitchen conversion chart below.
Measurement abbreviations
How often do you see these confusing abbreviations like "tsp" or "Tbsp"? Isn't it even more confusing to see the only letter "T"?
You don't have time to sweat over these letters while making a new recipe, so let's break it down once and for all. The following are the most common English unit abbreviations used in the recipes.
Volume measurements
| Abbreviation | Measurement |
|---|---|
| t or tsp | teaspoon |
| T, Tbsp, tbl, tbs or tbsp | tablespoon |
| c or C | cup |
| fl oz, fl. oz. or oz. fl. | fluid ounce |
| ML, mL, Ml or ml | millililiter |
| L or l | liter |
| pt. | pint |
| qt. | quart |
| gal or GL | gallon |
Weight measurements
| Abbreviations | Measurements |
|---|---|
| oz or oz. | ounce |
| g | gram |
| mg | milligram |
| kg | kilogram |
| lb | pound |
Common kitchen conversions
When in the kitchen, you may come across questions like "What is a cup?" or wonder how many teaspoons are in a tablespoon. The following list answers common cooking conversion questions.
Gallon conversions
- 1 gallon equals 128 fluid ounces
- 1 gallon equals 3.785 liters
- 1 gallon equals 4 quarts
- 1 gallon equals 8 pints
- 1 gallon equals 16 cups
Quart conversions
- 1 quart equals 2 pints
- 1 quart equals 4 cups
- 1 quart equals 32 ounces
- 1 quart equals 950 ml
Pint conversions
- 1 pint equals 2 cups
- 1 pint equals 16 ounces
- 1 pint equals 480 ml
Cup conversions
- 1 cup equals 8 ounces
- 1 cup equals 16 tablespoons
- 1 cup equals 48 teaspoons
- 1 cup equals ½ pint
- 1 cup equals ¼ quart
- 1 cup equals 1/16 gallon
- 1 cup equals 240 ml
Tablespoon conversions
- 1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons
- 1 tablespoon equals ½ ounce
- 1 tablespoon equals 15 ml
Cup to tablespoon conversion
| Cups | Tablespoons |
|---|---|
| ⅙ cup | 1 tbsp |
| ⅛ cup | 2 tbsp |
| ¼ cup | 4 tbsp |
| ⅓ cup | 5 ⅓ tbsp |
| ½ cup | 8 tbsp |
| ⅔ cup | 10 ⅔ tbsp |
| ¾ cup | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 16 tbsp |
Tablespoon to teaspoon conversion
| Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 3 tsp |
| 2 tbsp | 6 tsp |
| 3 tbsp | 9 tsp |
| 4 tbsp | 12 tsp |
| 5 tbsp | 15 tsp |
| 6 tbsp | 18 tsp |
| 7 tbsp | 21 tsp |
| 8 tbsp | 24 tsp |
| 9 tbsp | 27 tsp |
| 10 tbsp | 30 tsp |
| 12 tbsp | 36 tsp |
| 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
Teaspoon to milliliters conversion
| Teaspoons | Milliliters |
|---|---|
| 1 tsp | 5 ml |
| 2 tsp | 10 ml |
| 3 tsp | 15 ml |
| 4 tsp | 20 ml |
| 5 tsp | 25 ml |
| 6 tsp | 30 ml |
| 7 tsp | 35 ml |
| 8 tsp | 40 ml |
| 9 tsp | 45 ml |
| 10 tsp | 50 ml |
| 12 tsp | 60 ml |
| 16 tsp | 80 ml |
| 24 tsp | 120 ml |
| 32 tsp | 160 ml |
| 36 tsp | 180 ml |
| 48 tsp | 240 ml |
Common temperature conversions
A free printable kitchen measurement conversion chart also includes conversions for oven temperatures in Fahrenheit, Celsius, and gas marks.
| Fahrenheit | Celsius | Gas mark |
|---|---|---|
| 225 F | 107 C | ¼ Gas mark |
| 250 F | 121 C | ½ Gas mark |
| 275 F | 135 C | 1 Gas mark |
| 300 F | 150 C | 2 Gas mark |
| 325 F | 162 C | 3 Gas mark |
| 350 F | 176 C | 4 Gas mark |
| 375 F | 190 C | 5 Gas mark |
| 400 F | 204 C | 6 Gas mark |
| 425 F | 218 C | 7 Gas mark |
| 450 F | 232 C | 8 Gas mark |
| 475 F | 246 C | 9 Gas mark |
| 500 F | 260 C | 10 Gas mark |
Table of measurements for common baking ingredients
| Ingredients | Cups | Grams | Ounces | tablespoon | teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 c | 125 g | 4.41 oz | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| Brown sugar | 1 c | 200 g | 7.05 oz | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| Cake flour | 1 c | 100 g | 3.53 oz | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| Cocoa powder | 1 c | 118 g | 4.16 oz | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| Gluten-free flour | 1 c | 122 g | 4.3 oz | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| Granulated sugar | 1 c | 200 g | 7.05 oz | 16 tbsp | 48 tbsp |
| Powdered sugar | 1 c | 125 g | 4.41 oz | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
Butter conversion is tricky for those making American recipes. Some of them call for sticks of butter, where
1 stick of butter equals ½ cup of butter, and
a half stick of butter equals ¼ cup of butter.
| Butter by cups | Ounces | Grams | Sticks |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 2 oz. | 56.7 g | 0.5 stick |
| ⅓ cup | 2.7 oz. | 75.6 g | 0.67 stick |
| ½ cup | 4 oz. | 113.4 g | 1 stick |
| ⅔ cup | 5.3 oz. | 151.2 g | 1.3 stick |
| ¾ cup | 6 oz. | 170.1 g | 1.5 stick |
| 1 cup | 8 oz. | 226.8 g | 2 sticks |
Measuring tools for cooking and baking
The proper tools for measuring liquid and dry ingredients are invaluable when baking. And a few well-purchased items will last you for years. Here is a list of my favorite measuring tools for the kitchen.
- Kitchen scale: I've had one for many years, and it works great for my everyday cooking and baking.
- Dry measuring cups and spoons: I love copper ones. The cups come in sizes of ¼ cup, ¼ cup, ½ cup, and 1 cup. The set includes 1 tablespoon, ½ tablespoon, 1 teaspoon, ½ teaspoon, and ¼ teaspoon. They are stackable, durable, and don't rust or stain over time. Plus, detachable clip rings keep them secure.
- Liquid measuring cups: I've had one for a couple of years and use it all the time. It is made of BPA-free plastic and has standard and metric measurements. If you prefer microwave-safe cups, choose a set of glass measuring cups.
- Measuring shot glass: I can't believe how much I love it. It is so easy and convenient for measuring small quantities of liquid ingredients.
If you love baking, then the right tools are essential for getting successful baking without fail. Read what baking essential tools every baker needs.
FREE conversion chart printable download
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Print it, laminate it with a thermal laminator, and put it inside your kitchen cabinet. Or use small magnets to stick it on the side of a fridge.
You can also keep it with your favorite recipes in a recipe binder for easy access while cooking.
Finally, frame it and hang it up on the wall, or give it as a gift to your friends!
I hope you enjoy this printable cooking conversions chart. Forget the confusion around cooking measurements, baking equivalents, and cooking conversions.
Now, you can spend less time doing conversion math and more time cooking with all these common conversions done for you.
How to measure ingredients accurately
A conversion chart only helps if you measure correctly in the first place. For dry ingredients like flour, spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off with a straight edge. Never scoop the cup directly into the bag, as this packs the flour and can add up to 25 percent more, which makes baked goods dry and dense.
For liquids, use a clear liquid measuring cup and read it at eye level on a flat surface. For the most reliable results in baking, weigh ingredients on a kitchen scale, since a cup of flour can vary quite a bit by volume but stays consistent by weight.
How to scale a recipe up or down
One of the most common reasons to reach for a kitchen conversion chart is to double, triple, or halve a recipe.
To double a recipe, multiply every ingredient by 2; to halve it, divide each ingredient by 2. The tricky part is fractions, and that is where the chart shines: since 1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons and 1 cup equals 16 tablespoons, you can easily break down an awkward amount like half of ¼ cup into 2 tablespoons.
Keep in mind that pan sizes, baking times, and leavening may need small adjustments when you scale a recipe, but the measurement math itself stays simple with a good chart on hand.
FAQ
What is a kitchen conversion chart?
A kitchen conversion chart is a quick cheat sheet that shows how common cooking and baking measurements relate to one another, such as cups to tablespoons, teaspoons to milliliters, ounces to grams, and oven temperatures in Fahrenheit and Celsius.
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
There are 3 teaspoons in 1 tablespoon. This is one of the most useful conversions to memorize because it makes halving and scaling recipes much easier.
How do I convert cups to grams?
Cups measure volume, and grams measure weight, so the conversion depends on the ingredient. For example, 1 cup of all-purpose flour is about 125 grams, while 1 cup of granulated sugar is about 200 grams. Weighing ingredients with a kitchen scale is the most accurate method.
How many tablespoons are in a cup?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. That also means ½ cup equals 8 tablespoons and ¼ cup equals 4 tablespoons.
Can I download the kitchen conversion chart for free?
Yes. You can download and print the free kitchen conversion chart PDF from this page, then laminate it or tape it inside a cabinet door to keep it handy while you cook and bake.
Other measurement conversion tables
Who has time for kitchen conversions? I don't think you want that kind of brainwork in the middle of a recipe.
Let me help you out with some cooking and baking conversions so that all your kitchen tasks are done in a blink.
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Deb says
Hi - I was excited to hear that you would provide a measurement conversion list. But, no matter how often I have tried (even clicking on several possible links or buttons, I have not yet got it - not even to view, let alone print. Can you help me? Thanks.
Irina says
Hello Deb, I see that the picture on top of the post makes confusing. So I moved the image down where the link with grey underline is shown. I tested the link, and it works.I hope this helps. Please, let me know if you need more help.
Anthony says
Thanks for this!!