Cup (US) to Milliliter Conversion Table
| Cup (US) (cup) | Milliliter (mL) | Reference Benchmark | Formula Step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0052834463 cup | 1.25 mL | Pinch of baking soda, cream of tartar, or ground spice | 0.00528345 × 236.588 = 1.25 mL |
| 0.010566893 cup | 2.5 mL | Half-teaspoon pure vanilla extract or citrus zest | 0.01 × 236.588 = 2.5 mL |
| 0.020833347 cup | 4.92892 mL | Single teaspoon of active dry yeast or fine sea salt | 0.02 × 236.588 = 4.93 mL |
| 0.042267571 cup | 10 mL | Two teaspoons of lemon juice, tamari, or garlic paste | 0.04 × 236.588 = 10 mL |
| 0.062500211 cup | 14.7868 mL | One tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil or melted butter | 0.06 × 236.588 = 14.79 mL |
| 0.125 cup | 29.5735 mL | Single fluid ounce espresso shot or salad dressing base | 0.13 × 236.588 = 29.57 mL |
| 0.19020407 cup | 45 mL | Three tablespoons of maple syrup, honey, or bar spirit | 0.19 × 236.588 = 45 mL |
| 0.25 cup | 59.147 mL | Quarter-cup portion of heavy cream or sour cream | 0.25 × 236.588 = 59.15 mL |
| 0.33333474 cup | 78.863 mL | One-third cup of vegetable oil or smooth peanut butter | 0.33 × 236.588 = 78.86 mL |
| 0.5 cup | 118.294 mL | Half-cup granulated sugar or one stick of butter (4 oz) | 0.5 × 236.588 = 118.29 mL |
| 0.66666526 cup | 157.725 mL | Two-thirds cup of shredded cheddar cheese or chocolate chips | 0.67 × 236.588 = 157.72 mL |
| 0.75 cup | 177.441 mL | Three-quarter cup of rolled oats or warm whole milk | 0.75 × 236.588 = 177.44 mL |
| 1 cup | 236.588 mL | One standard US cup of all-purpose flour or chicken stock | 1 × 236.588 = 236.59 mL |
| 1.5 cup | 354.882 mL | One and a half cups of canned crushed tomatoes or milk | 1.5 × 236.588 = 354.88 mL |
| 2 cup | 473.176 mL | Two cups (one US liquid pint) of soup stock or gravy base | 2 × 236.588 = 473.18 mL |
| 4.0000042 cup | 946.353 mL | Four cups (one US liquid quart) of homemade bone broth | 4 × 236.588 = 946.35 mL |
Cup (US) to Milliliter Formula & Unit Definitions
The conversion ratio between Cup and Milliliter is defined as 236.588 mL per 1 cup. Multiplying any ingredient quantity in cups by this factor gives its exact equivalent in milliliters.
Quick Estimation: Multiply cups by 240 for a fast mental estimate (e.g., 2 cups × 240 ≈ 480 mL; exact is 473.18 mL).
Cup (cup)
Source Standard- US Customary Measuring Cup
- Standardized as exactly 8 US fluid ounces, 16 tablespoons, or 48 teaspoons (approx. 236.588 mL).
- Primary volumetric measure in American baking and cooking for flour, sugar, broths, milk, and grains.
Milliliter (mL)
Target Standard- International SI Metric Liquid Volume
- Defined in the metric system as one-thousandth of a liter or exactly one cubic centimeter (1 cm³ = 1 mL).
- Global standard across European baking, scientific pastry gastronomy, and international culinary publications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.How do you convert cups to milliliters accurately?
Multiply your Cup measurement by 236.588 (or apply × 236.59). For example, converting 2 cup yields 473.18 mL instantly.
Q.What is the exact culinary ratio between Cup and Milliliter?
One Cup equals exactly 236.588 Milliliters under standard US Customary liquid measuring standards.
Q.What is the practical difference between Cup and Milliliter in baking?
Cup (cup) is typically used for primary volumetric measure in american baking and cooking for flour, sugar, broths, milk, and grains., while Milliliter (mL) is suited for global standard across european baking, scientific pastry gastronomy, and international culinary publications..
Q.How do professional chefs measure liquid versus dry ingredients with cup?
While volume measures like cup work well for liquids, professional pastry chefs weigh dry flours on gram scales to eliminate aerated volume packing variations.