Two-Thirds Cup of Light Cream (half & half) in Grams

2/3 cup of light cream (half & half) weighs 160g (5.64 oz, 160ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup light cream (half & half) = 240g, spooned and leveled method). 2/3 cup = 0.6667 of a full cup (240ml). See the full conversion table below for all amounts from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups.

2/3 Cup
160g
5.64 oz
2/3 Cup → ml
160ml
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 2/3 cup.

AmountGrams
1 tbsp15g
2 tbsp30g
1/8 cup30g
1/4 cup60g
1/3 cup80g
1/2 cup120g
2/3 cupthis page160g
3/4 cup180g
1 cup240g
1 1/4 cups300g
1 1/2 cups360g
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.

2/3 Cup of Different Ingredients — Weight Comparison

2/3 cup of different ingredients varies widely in weight because each has a different density. This matters when substituting ingredients in recipes.

Ingredient2/3 Cup (g)
Heavy Cream158.67g
Light Cream (half & half)current160g
Whole Milk162.67g
Skim Milk (Non-fat)163.33g
Buttermilk163.33g

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: 2/3 cup of light cream (half & half) can weigh anywhere from 136g to 192g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 160g (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
160g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~184g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
160g
Most reliable — eliminates technique variation

About 2/3 Cup as a Measurement

2/3 cup = 10 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons = 160ml. This measure appears when scaling up 1/3 cup recipes by doubling. Use two 1/3-cup measures for accuracy, as 2/3 cup sets are less common.

Two-thirds cup is often seen in oatmeal cookie recipes, breakfast grain bowls, and rice cooker recipes for 2 servings. It equals exactly 160ml or approximately 5.4 fluid ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 2/3 cup of light cream (half & half)?

2/3 cup of light cream (half & half) weighs 160 grams (5.64 oz, 160ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup light cream (half & half) = 240g, so 2/3 cup = 240 × 0.667 = 160g.

Is 2/3 cup of light cream (half & half) the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 160g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 160g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 2/3 cup of light cream (half & half)?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 160g of light cream (half & half). If using measuring cups, spoon the light cream (half & half) lightly into a 2/3 Cup 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 2/3 cup of light cream (half & half) compare to other ingredients?

2/3 cup of different ingredients varies significantly: Heavy Cream = 158.67g, Light Cream (half & half) = 160g, Whole Milk = 162.67g. 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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