Milk Weight & Volume Reference
Milk is slightly denser than water. For practical baking purposes, 1 cup of whole milk weighs about 240 grams (8.5 oz) and measures 240 mL.
Weight Reference
| Amount | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 0.53 oz |
| ¼ cup | 60 g | 2.12 oz |
| ⅓ cup | 80 g | 2.82 oz |
| ½ cup | 120 g | 4.23 oz |
| ¾ cup | 180 g | 6.35 oz |
| 1 cup | 240 g | 8.47 oz |
| 1 pint (2 cups) | 480 g | 16.9 oz |
Common Equivalents
1 cup milk = 240 g ≈ 240 mL = 8 fl oz
1 liter milk ≈ 4.2 cups
Measuring Notes
- Whole, 2%, 1%, and skim milk all weigh approximately the same.
- Use a liquid measuring cup (glass or transparent with a spout) for milk.
- Read the measurement at eye level for accuracy.
FAQ
Does the fat content of milk affect its weight?+
Barely. Whole milk, 2%, and skim milk all weigh approximately 240g per cup — the difference is negligible for baking.
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