Heavy Cream: Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of heavy cream weighs 238g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Heavy Cream Conversion Table
1 cup heavy cream = 238g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 29.75g | 1.05 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 59.5g | 2.1 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 79.33g | 2.8 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 119g | 4.2 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 158.67g | 5.6 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 178.5g | 6.3 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 238g | 8.4 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 297.5g | 10.49 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 357g | 12.59 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 396.67g | 13.99 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 476g | 16.79 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 595g | 20.99 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 714g | 25.19 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 833g | 29.38 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 952g | 33.58 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Why Does 1 Cup of Heavy Cream Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 238g.
Standard pour
Pour liquid into measuring cup at eye level. For liquids, density is consistent regardless of technique.
ConsistentAbout Heavy Cream Density
Heavy cream (heavy whipping cream) is lighter than water due to high fat content (36%). 1 cup = 238g. Doubles in volume when whipped. Store cold — warm cream will not whip. Heavy cream adds richness without adding water to recipes.
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.
Heavy Cream: Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert heavy cream from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.11 cups | 1.68 tbsp | 5.04 tsp |
| 50g | 0.21 cups | 3.36 tbsp | 10.08 tsp |
| 100g | 0.42 cups | 6.72 tbsp | 20.17 tsp |
| 150g | 0.63 cups | 10.08 tbsp | 30.25 tsp |
| 200g | 0.84 cups | 13.45 tbsp | 40.34 tsp |
| 250g | 1.05 cups | 16.81 tbsp | 50.42 tsp |
| 300g | 1.26 cups | 20.17 tbsp | 60.5 tsp |
| 400g | 1.68 cups | 26.89 tbsp | 80.67 tsp |
| 500g | 2.1 cups | 33.61 tbsp | 100.84 tsp |
Based on 1 cup heavy cream = 238g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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