Convert Heavy Cream from Tablespoon to Cup

How many cups is 1 tablespoon of heavy cream?

1 tablespoon of heavy cream (double cream) is 0.06 cups. 2 tablespoons of heavy cream is 0.12 cups. 1/2 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.03 cups. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of heavy cream is 0.01 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 →
  • A tablespoon here is the 15 ml metric standard, about 16.67 to a metric cup, the same size as a UK tablespoon. A US tablespoon is smaller at 14.79 ml, so US cooks measuring with US spoons need slightly more. An Australian tablespoon is larger at 20 ml, so it holds about a third more. When tablespoon size matters →
  • One metric tablespoon of heavy cream weighs about 14.4 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 14.2 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 19.2 grams.

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 what 1 tablespoon of whipping cream is in cups.

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 what 1 tablespoon of crème fraîche is in cups.

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 what 1 tablespoon of sour cream is in cups.

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 what 1 tablespoon of milk is in cups.

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 what 1 tablespoon of coconut cream is in cups.

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0.06 Cup

Common Heavy Cream Conversions

Here are the most common heavy cream conversions from tablespoons to cups.

TablespoonsCups
1 tbsp0.06 cups
2 tbsp0.12 cups
3 tbsp0.18 cups
4 tbsp0.24 cups
6 tbsp0.36 cups
8 tbsp0.48 cups
10 tbsp0.6 cups
12 tbsp0.72 cups
16 tbsp0.96 cups

Heavy Cream Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting heavy cream from Tablespoon to Cup and other measurements.

tbspcupgramsouncescup(US)tspmlfl oz
1 tbsp0.06 cup14.4 g0.51 oz0.06 cup (US)3 tsp15 ml0.51 fl oz
2 tbsp0.12 cup28.8 g1.02 oz0.13 cup (US)6 tsp30 ml1.01 fl oz
3 tbsp0.18 cup43.2 g1.52 oz0.19 cup (US)9 tsp45 ml1.52 fl oz
4 tbsp0.24 cup57.6 g2.03 oz0.25 cup (US)12 tsp60 ml2.03 fl oz

This is a volume conversion, so the result is the same for every ingredient. Use the tablespoons to cups volume converter to switch between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres without weighing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 tablespoon of heavy cream in cups?
1 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.06 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of heavy cream is 0.12 cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 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 heavy cream converter
How many cups is 1.5 tablespoons of heavy cream?
1.5 tablespoons of heavy cream is 0.09 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
What is 2 tablespoons of heavy cream in cups?
2 tablespoons of heavy cream is 0.12 cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.06 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 tablespoons of heavy cream is 0.06 cups?
0.06 cups of heavy cream is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups and tablespoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists tablespoons but you would rather weigh or measure in cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How much is 1 tablespoon of double cream in cups?
Double cream is another name for heavy cream, so 1 tablespoon of double cream is 0.06 cups, exactly the same as heavy cream. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are heavy cream and double cream the same thing?
Yes. Double cream is another name for heavy cream, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.06 cups under either name, and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 tbsp heavy cream in cups?
1/2 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.03 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 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.
What is 1/4 tbsp heavy cream in cups?
1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of heavy cream is 0.01 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of heavy cream is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Quarter amounts often come up when scaling a recipe down step by step, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts.

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