Convert Heavy Cream from Fluid Ounces

How much is 1 fluid ounce of heavy cream?

1 fluid ounce of heavy cream (double cream) is 28.39 grams, about 1 ounce. 0.5 fluid ounces of heavy cream is 14.19 grams and 2 fluid ounces is 56.78 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

Heavy cream is dairy cream with a fat content of around 36% or more, sold as 'heavy cream' in the US, 'double cream' in the UK, and 'thickened cream' in Australia. One metric cup (250 ml) weighs around 240 grams or 8.47 ounces. It whips into stiff peaks, pours into coffee, and stirs into sauces, ganaches, and ice creams.

Cream cartons are sold by volume in millilitres or fluid ounces, but bakes and sauces often call for grams, cups, or tablespoons. Converting between the four lets you measure once, without guessing how much is left in the carton.

Also known as

  • double cream
  • heavy whipping cream
  • thickened cream

Whipping cream is lighter than heavy cream, with around 30 to 35% fat instead of 36% and above. They are close in weight (238 g vs 240 g per cup), so swap 1:1; heavy cream holds stiff peaks longer and is the safer choice for piped decorations. See whipping cream in fluid ounces.

Crème fraîche is cultured cream with a tang that heavy cream lacks, though both share a high fat content. They are close in weight (230 g vs 240 g per cup), so swap 1:1 in sauces and toppings; heavy cream is the one to reach for when you need to whip. See our Crème Fraîche converter.

Sour cream is cultured cream, thicker and tangier than heavy cream though similar in weight (250 g vs 240 g per cup). To swap in sauces, stir 1 teaspoon of lemon juice into 1 cup of heavy cream to mimic the tang; heavy cream alone gives a milder, sweeter result. See our Sour Cream converter.

Heavy cream is far richer than milk, with around 36% fat compared to 3 to 4% in whole milk. They are close in weight (240 g vs 258 g per cup), but mixing 3/4 cup of milk with 1/4 cup of melted butter gives a closer stand-in for heavy cream in cooked sauces. See milk in fluid ounces.

Coconut cream is plant-based with around 24% fat, while heavy cream is dairy fat at 36%. They are close in weight (245 g vs 240 g per cup); swap 1:1 by volume for vegan whipped cream or ganache, with the trade-off of a coconut flavour. See coconut cream in fluid ounces.

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Common Heavy Cream Conversions

Here are the most common heavy cream conversions from fluid Ounces to grams.

Fluid OuncesGrams
1 fl oz28.39 g
2 fl oz56.78 g
4 fl oz113.56 g
6 fl oz170.33 g
8 fl oz227.11 g
12 fl oz340.67 g
16 fl oz454.22 g

Heavy Cream Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting heavy cream from Fluid Ounces to other measurements.

fl ozcupgramsouncescup(US)tbsptspml
1 fl oz0.12 cup28.39 g1 oz0.12 cup (US)1.97 tbsp5.91 tsp29.57 ml
2 fl oz0.24 cup56.78 g2 oz0.25 cup (US)3.94 tbsp11.83 tsp59.14 ml
4 fl oz0.47 cup113.56 g4.01 oz0.49 cup (US)7.89 tbsp23.66 tsp118.29 ml
6 fl oz0.71 cup170.33 g6.01 oz0.74 cup (US)11.83 tbsp35.49 tsp177.43 ml
8 fl oz0.95 cup227.11 g8.02 oz0.99 cup (US)15.77 tbsp47.31 tsp236.57 ml
12 fl oz1.42 cup340.67 g12.02 oz1.48 cup (US)23.66 tbsp70.97 tsp354.86 ml
16 fl oz1.89 cup454.22 g16.03 oz1.97 cup (US)31.54 tbsp94.63 tsp473.15 ml

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 fluid ounce of heavy cream?
1 fluid ounce of heavy cream is 28.39 grams, or 1 ounce. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 fluid ounces of heavy cream is 14.19 grams and 2 fluid ounces is 56.78 grams. Whatever unit your recipe uses, enter the amount in the converter above or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common quantities. Open the heavy cream converter
How many grams is 1 fluid ounce of heavy cream?
1 fluid ounce of heavy cream is 28.39 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 fluid ounces is 14.19 grams and 2 fluid ounces is 56.78 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact grams reading at any amount. 1 fluid ounce heavy cream in grams
How many fluid ounces of heavy cream is 28.39 grams?
28.39 grams of heavy cream is 1 fluid ounce. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between fluid ounces and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
What is 1 fluid ounce of heavy cream in ounces?
1 fluid ounce of heavy cream is 1 ounce. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 fluid ounces is 0.5 ounces and 2 fluid ounces is 2 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance. 1 fluid ounce heavy cream in ounces
How do fluid ounces and cups compare as units?
Fluid ounces and cups are both volume units, so the conversion between them does not vary by ingredient. One metric cup holds about 16.67 tablespoons or 50 teaspoons, and the ratio stays fixed regardless of what you are measuring. The volume converter handles any amount between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres. Fluid ounces to cups

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