One and a Half Cups of Ghee (Clarified Butter) in Grams

1 1/2 cups of ghee (clarified butter) weighs 327g (11.53 oz, 360ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup ghee (clarified butter) = 218g, spooned and leveled method). 1 1/2 cups = 1.5 of a full cup (240ml). See the full conversion table below for all amounts from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups.

1½ Cups
327g
11.53 oz
1½ Cups → ml
360ml
0.908 g/ml density
1 cup reference
218g
USDA standard

Ghee (Clarified Butter) Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table

Full range from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups. The highlighted row shows 1 1/2 cups.

AmountGrams
1 tbsp13.63g
2 tbsp27.25g
1/8 cup27.25g
1/4 cup54.5g
1/3 cup72.67g
1/2 cup109g
2/3 cup145.33g
3/4 cup163.5g
1 cup218g
1 1/4 cups272.5g
1 1/2 cupsthis page327g
1 3/4 cups381.5g
2 cups436g
2 1/2 cups545g
3 cups654g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 173411). 1 US cup = 240ml. Values use spooned-and-leveled method.

1½ Cups of Different Ingredients — Weight Comparison

1 1/2 cups of different ingredients varies widely in weight because each has a different density. This matters when substituting ingredients in recipes.

Ingredient1½ Cups (g)
Ghee (Clarified Butter)current327g
Unsalted Butter340.5g
Salted Butter340.5g

All values use USDA FoodData Central spooned-and-leveled method. Click any ingredient to see its full conversion table.

Measuring Ghee (Clarified Butter) Accurately

Why weight matters: 1 1/2 cups of ghee (clarified butter) can weigh anywhere from 278g to 392g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 327g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.

About 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.

Spoon & Level
327g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~376g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
327g
Most reliable — eliminates technique variation

About 1½ Cups as a Measurement

1 1/2 cups = 24 tablespoons = 360ml. This is the standard flour amount for a dozen standard-size cookies or a single-layer 8-inch cake. It bridges the gap between single-cup and double-cup recipe scales.

One and a half cups appears most often in cookie dough recipes (flour), quick bread recipes (oats or mix-ins), and pasta sauce recipes (liquid ingredients). It equals 360ml or 12 fluid ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 1 1/2 cups of ghee (clarified butter)?

1 1/2 cups of ghee (clarified butter) weighs 327 grams (11.53 oz, 360ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup ghee (clarified butter) = 218g, so 1 1/2 cups = 218 × 1.500 = 327g.

Is 1 1/2 cups of ghee (clarified butter) the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 327g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 327g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 1 1/2 cups of ghee (clarified butter)?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 327g of ghee (clarified butter). If using measuring cups, spoon the ghee (clarified butter) lightly into a 1½ Cups measuring cup and level off the top with a straight edge. Avoid scooping directly from the container, which compacts the ingredient and adds extra weight.

How does 1 1/2 cups of ghee (clarified butter) compare to other ingredients?

1 1/2 cups of different ingredients varies significantly: Ghee (Clarified Butter) = 327g, Unsalted Butter = 340.5g, Salted Butter = 340.5g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.

Other Amounts for Ghee (Clarified Butter)

Data source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (FDC ID: 173411). View original USDA record

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