One and a Half Cups of Peanut Butter in Grams

1 1/2 cups of peanut butter weighs 387g (13.65 oz, 360ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup peanut butter = 258g, 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
387g
13.65 oz
1½ Cups → ml
360ml
1.075 g/ml density
1 cup reference
258g
USDA standard

Peanut Butter Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table

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

AmountGrams
1 tbsp16.13g
2 tbsp32.25g
1/8 cup32.25g
1/4 cup64.5g
1/3 cup86g
1/2 cup129g
2/3 cup172g
3/4 cup193.5g
1 cup258g
1 1/4 cups322.5g
1 1/2 cupsthis page387g
1 3/4 cups451.5g
2 cups516g
2 1/2 cups645g
3 cups774g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 16098). 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)
Chopped Pecans163.5g
Chopped Walnuts180g
Cashews (whole)195g
Pine Nuts202.5g
Peanut Buttercurrent387g

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

Measuring Peanut Butter Accurately

Why weight matters: 1 1/2 cups of peanut butter can weigh anywhere from 329g to 464g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 387g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.

About peanut butter density: Peanut butter density depends heavily on style. Creamy/smooth: 1 cup = 258g. Natural peanut butter (oil separated): similar weight but harder to measure consistently. Crunchy adds variability. 2 tablespoons peanut butter = ~32g.

Spoon & Level
387g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~445g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
387g
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 peanut butter?

1 1/2 cups of peanut butter weighs 387 grams (13.65 oz, 360ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup peanut butter = 258g, so 1 1/2 cups = 258 × 1.500 = 387g.

Is 1 1/2 cups of peanut butter the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 387g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 387g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 1 1/2 cups of peanut butter?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 387g of peanut butter. If using measuring cups, spoon the peanut 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 peanut butter compare to other ingredients?

1 1/2 cups of different ingredients varies significantly: Chopped Pecans = 163.5g, Chopped Walnuts = 180g, Cashews (whole) = 195g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.

Other Amounts for Peanut Butter

Data source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (FDC ID: 16098). View original USDA record

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