One and a Half Cups of Light Cream (half & half) in Grams

1 1/2 cups of light cream (half & half) weighs 360g (12.7 oz, 360ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup light cream (half & half) = 240g, 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
360g
12.7 oz
1½ Cups → ml
360ml
1 g/ml density
1 cup reference
240g
USDA standard

Light Cream (half & half) Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table

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

AmountGrams
1 tbsp15g
2 tbsp30g
1/8 cup30g
1/4 cup60g
1/3 cup80g
1/2 cup120g
2/3 cup160g
3/4 cup180g
1 cup240g
1 1/4 cups300g
1 1/2 cupsthis page360g
1 3/4 cups420g
2 cups480g
2 1/2 cups600g
3 cups720g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 1050). 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)
Heavy Cream357g
Light Cream (half & half)current360g
Whole Milk366g
Skim Milk (Non-fat)367.5g
Buttermilk367.5g

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

Measuring Light Cream (half & half) Accurately

Why weight matters: 1 1/2 cups of light cream (half & half) can weigh anywhere from 306g to 432g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 360g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.

About light cream (half & half) density: Light cream / half-and-half: 1 cup = 240g — very close to water density. Light cream is 18-30% fat; half-and-half is 10.5-18% fat. Both substitute 1:1 by volume. Cannot be whipped like heavy cream. Coffee cream and table cream are the same thing. USDA FDC 1050.

Spoon & Level
360g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~414g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
360g
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 light cream (half & half)?

1 1/2 cups of light cream (half & half) weighs 360 grams (12.7 oz, 360ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup light cream (half & half) = 240g, so 1 1/2 cups = 240 × 1.500 = 360g.

Is 1 1/2 cups of light cream (half & half) the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 360g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 360g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 1 1/2 cups of light cream (half & half)?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 360g of light cream (half & half). If using measuring cups, spoon the light cream (half & half) 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 light cream (half & half) compare to other ingredients?

1 1/2 cups of different ingredients varies significantly: Heavy Cream = 357g, Light Cream (half & half) = 360g, Whole Milk = 366g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.

Other Amounts for Light Cream (half & half)

Data source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (FDC ID: 1050). View original USDA record

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