Convert Plain Yoghurt from Tablespoon to Cup (US)

How many US cups is 1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt?

1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt (natural yoghurt) is 0.06 US cups. 2 tablespoons of plain yoghurt is 0.13 US cups. 1/2 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.03 US cups. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of plain yoghurt is 0.02 US cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the US cup (240 ml). A metric cup is slightly larger at 250 ml, so it holds a little more. Use the metric 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 →
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Plain yoghurt (also spelt 'yogurt' in US recipes) is fermented milk with a mild tang and a soft, spoonable texture. One metric cup (250 ml) weighs around 258 grams or 9.1 ounces. It adds moisture and acidity to cakes, marinades, and quick breads, and works as an egg replacement (1/4 cup per egg) in tender bakes.

Yoghurt is sold in 150 g pots or 500 g tubs, but recipes call for cups or tablespoons. Converting between the two stops you over-pouring tangy liquid into a delicate batter.

Also known as

  • natural yoghurt
  • plain yogurt
  • natural yogurt
  • yogurt

Buttermilk is thinner and sharper than plain yoghurt. To use yoghurt in place of buttermilk, stir 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk into 1 cup of yoghurt to match the pourable texture; flavour stays close. See our Buttermilk converter.

Cream cheese is denser and richer than plain yoghurt (230 g vs 258 g per cup). Yoghurt won't hold a piped shape, so swap with care: it works in batters and dressings but not in stiff frostings or no-bake cheesecake fillings. See our Cream Cheese converter.

Greek yoghurt is strained, so it's thicker and slightly denser than plain yoghurt (260 g vs 258 g per cup) with a richer mouthfeel. Swap 1:1 in cakes and quick breads; for dressings or marinades you may want to thin Greek yoghurt with a splash of milk. See our Greek Yoghurt converter.

Sour cream is cultured cream with a higher fat content than plain yoghurt, so it tastes richer and feels thicker on the spoon. They are close in weight (250 g vs 258 g per cup), so swap 1:1 in cakes and dressings; sour cream gives a milder tang and a denser dip. See our Sour Cream converter.

Out of plain yoghurt? See plain yoghurt substitutes →

No measuring spoons? The tool below gets you close, and a measuring spoon set keeps small amounts accurate.

Plain Yoghurt Measurement Converter

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0 Cup (US)

Common Plain Yoghurt Conversions

Here are the most common plain yoghurt conversions from tablespoons to cups (US).

TablespoonsCups (US)
1 tbsp0.06 cups (US)
2 tbsp0.13 cups (US)
3 tbsp0.19 cups (US)
4 tbsp0.25 cups (US)
6 tbsp0.38 cups (US)
8 tbsp0.5 cups (US)
10 tbsp0.63 cups (US)
12 tbsp0.75 cups (US)
16 tbsp1 cup (US)

Plain Yoghurt Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting plain yoghurt from Tablespoon to Cup (US) and other measurements.

tbspcup(US)cupgramsouncestsp
1 tbsp0.06 cup (US)0.06 cup15.48 g0.55 oz3 tsp
2 tbsp0.13 cup (US)0.12 cup30.96 g1.09 oz6 tsp
3 tbsp0.19 cup (US)0.18 cup46.44 g1.64 oz9 tsp
4 tbsp0.25 cup (US)0.24 cup61.92 g2.18 oz12 tsp

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many US cups is 1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt?
1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.06 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of plain yoghurt is 0.13 US cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 US 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 plain yoghurt converter
How many US cups is 1.5 tablespoons of plain yoghurt?
1.5 tablespoons of plain yoghurt is 0.09 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
How many US cups is 2 tablespoons of plain yoghurt?
2 tablespoons of plain yoghurt is 0.13 US cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.06 US 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 US cups reading.
How many tablespoons of plain yoghurt is 0.06 US cups?
0.06 US cups of plain yoghurt is 0.96 tablespoons. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between US cups and tablespoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists tablespoons but you would rather weigh or measure in US cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How many US cups is 1 tablespoon of natural yoghurt?
Natural yoghurt is another name for plain yoghurt, so 1 tablespoon of natural yoghurt is 0.06 US cups, exactly the same as plain yoghurt. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 US cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are plain yoghurt and natural yoghurt the same thing?
Yes. Natural yoghurt is another name for plain yoghurt, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.06 US cups under either name, and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US 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 plain yoghurt in US cups?
1/2 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.03 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US 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 plain yoghurt in US cups?
1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of plain yoghurt is 0.02 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of plain yoghurt is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US 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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