Convert Arborio Rice from Ounces to Cup

How many cups is 1 ounce of arborio rice?

1 ounce of arborio rice (risotto rice) is 0.13 cups. 2 ounces of arborio rice is 0.26 cups. 1/2 ounce of arborio rice is 0.06 cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the metric cup (250 ml). A US cup is slightly smaller at 240 ml, so it holds a little less. Use the US cup converter →
  • Cup sizes are not standard worldwide, so the same cup of an ingredient can weigh more or less depending on the country. What is a cup measurement →

Arborio is a short-grain Italian rice with a high starch content that gives risotto and rice pudding their creamy texture. One metric cup (250 ml) of uncooked arborio rice weighs 220 g (7.76 oz). Use this converter when a recipe calls for cups and you want to weigh the rice, or when scaling a risotto or dessert up or down.

Arborio's fat, round grains pack more densely in a cup than long-grain rice, so the same cup holds more grams than you might expect from other rice varieties. Weighing in grams removes that variation and gives you a consistent starch level every time.

Also known as

  • risotto rice
  • Italian rice
  • short-grain risotto rice

Long-grain variety used for everyday cooking and baking. See our White Rice converter.

Wholegrain rice with more fibre and a nuttier flavour. See our Brown Rice converter.

Aromatic long-grain rice with a light, fluffy texture. See our Basmati Rice converter.

Fragrant Thai long-grain rice with a soft texture. See our Jasmine Rice converter.

Short-grain Japanese rice with high starch content, close to arborio. See our Sushi Rice converter.

Out of arborio rice? See arborio rice substitutes →

No scale? No worries. The tool below gives a good estimate, but for exact bakes a digital kitchen scale is worth it.

Arborio Rice Measurement Converter

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Common Arborio Rice Conversions

Here are the most common arborio rice conversions from ounces to cups.

OuncesCups
1 oz0.13 cups
2 oz0.26 cups
3 oz0.39 cups
4 oz0.52 cups
5 oz0.64 cups
6 oz0.77 cups
8 oz1.03 cups
10 oz1.29 cups
12 oz1.55 cups

Arborio Rice Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting arborio rice from Ounces to Cup and other measurements.

ouncescupgramscup(US)tbsptsp
2.5 oz0.32 cup70.88 g0.34 cup (US)5.37 tbsp16.11 tsp
5 oz0.64 cup141.75 g0.67 cup (US)10.74 tbsp32.22 tsp
7.5 oz0.97 cup212.63 g1.01 cup (US)16.11 tbsp48.32 tsp
10 oz1.29 cup283.51 g1.34 cup (US)21.48 tbsp64.43 tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cups is 1 ounce of arborio rice?
1 ounce of arborio rice is 0.13 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 ounces of arborio rice is 0.26 cups and 0.5 ounces is 0.06 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the arborio rice converter
How many cups is 1.5 ounces of arborio rice?
1.5 ounces of arborio rice is 0.19 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of arborio rice is 0.13 cups and 2 ounces is 0.26 cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
How many cups is 2 ounces of arborio rice?
2 ounces of arborio rice is 0.26 cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 ounce of arborio rice is 0.13 cups, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact cups reading.
How many ounces of arborio rice is 0.13 cups?
0.13 cups of arborio rice is 1.01 ounces. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups and ounces without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists ounces but you would rather weigh or measure in cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How many cups is 1 ounce of risotto rice?
Risotto rice is another name for arborio rice, so 1 ounce of risotto rice is 0.13 cups, exactly the same as arborio rice. The figure does not change with the name: 2 ounces is 0.26 cups and 0.5 ounces is 0.06 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
How many cups is 1/2 ounce of arborio rice?
1/2 ounce of arborio rice is 0.06 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of arborio rice is 0.13 cups and 2 ounces is 0.26 cups. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.

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