What does this tool do?
The Cooking Measurement Converter quickly translates recipe measurements between units. It easily converts volume units like cups, tablespoons and teaspoons into ml and litres, and weight units like grams, kg, oz and lb. All calculation happens instantly in your browser.
How to use it
- Paste or type your data into the left field.
- The result is generated instantly on the right.
- Use the Copy button to grab the output.
How it works
You enter an amount and pick a source unit, and the tool converts it to the target unit using standard conversion ratios. For example, 1 cup is about 240 ml, 1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons, and 1 oz is roughly 28.35 grams. Volume and weight units are handled separately so results stay consistent.
Common use cases
It is ideal for home cooks translating recipes written in US cup measurements into the metric grams and ml system. It is also used to switch to precise weight measurement in baking, follow overseas food blogs, or rescale an amount when you only have spoons on hand.
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert a volume unit directly into grams?
Conversion between volume (ml, cup) and weight (grams) depends on the ingredient's density; for example, 1 cup of flour and 1 cup of sugar weigh different amounts in grams, which is why these two categories are kept separate.
Which standard is the cup measurement based on?
The tool uses the widely adopted US kitchen standard, where 1 cup equals about 240 ml, which is compatible with most modern recipes.
Is Cooking Measurement Converter free?
Yes. Cooking Measurement Converter and all 300+ tools on MagmaNex are completely free with no signup or account required.
Is my data safe?
Yes. Everything runs locally in your browser. The data you enter is never sent to a server, stored, or shared.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. Cooking Measurement Converter works on phones, tablets and desktops — no app download needed.
🔒 Privacy: everything runs in your browser, your data is never sent to a server.