Ghee (Clarified Butter): Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of ghee (clarified butter) weighs 218g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Ghee (Clarified Butter) Conversion Table
1 cup ghee (clarified butter) = 218g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 27.25g | 0.96 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 54.5g | 1.92 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 72.67g | 2.56 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 109g | 3.84 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 145.33g | 5.13 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 163.5g | 5.77 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 218g | 7.69 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 272.5g | 9.61 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 327g | 11.53 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 363.33g | 12.82 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 436g | 15.38 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 545g | 19.22 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 654g | 23.07 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 763g | 26.91 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 872g | 30.76 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Ghee (Clarified Butter) vs Other Butter) Types
Different types of butter) vary in weight per cup due to different densities.
| Butter) Type | 1 Cup (g) | Density (g/ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghee (Clarified Butter)current | 218g | 0.908 |
| Unsalted Butter | 227g | 0.946 |
| Salted Butter | 227g | 0.946 |
Why Does 1 Cup of Ghee (Clarified Butter) Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 218g.
Standard pour
Pour liquid into measuring cup at eye level. For liquids, density is consistent regardless of technique.
ConsistentAbout Ghee (Clarified Butter) Density
Ghee is clarified butter with milk solids and water removed. 1 cup = 218g (slightly lighter than butter due to no water content). Higher smoke point than butter. Liquid at room temperature in warm climates.
Pro tip: For consistent baking results, use a kitchen scale. Weight measurements eliminate the variability of cup measurement entirely. USDA values shown are based on the spooned & leveled method.
Ghee (Clarified Butter): Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert ghee (clarified butter) from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.11 cups | 1.83 tbsp | 5.5 tsp |
| 50g | 0.23 cups | 3.67 tbsp | 11.01 tsp |
| 100g | 0.46 cups | 7.34 tbsp | 22.02 tsp |
| 150g | 0.69 cups | 11.01 tbsp | 33.03 tsp |
| 200g | 0.92 cups | 14.68 tbsp | 44.04 tsp |
| 250g | 1.15 cups | 18.35 tbsp | 55.05 tsp |
| 300g | 1.38 cups | 22.02 tbsp | 66.06 tsp |
| 400g | 1.83 cups | 29.36 tbsp | 88.07 tsp |
| 500g | 2.29 cups | 36.7 tbsp | 110.09 tsp |
Based on 1 cup ghee (clarified butter) = 218g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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