Convert Whipping Cream from Cup

How much is 1 cup of whipping cream?

1 cup of whipping cream (light whipping cream) is 238 grams, about 8.4 ounces. 0.5 cups of whipping cream is 119 grams and 2 cups is 476 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

Whipping cream is dairy cream with a fat content of around 30 to 35%, lighter than heavy cream but still rich enough to whip into soft peaks. One metric cup (250 ml) weighs around 238 grams or 8.4 ounces. It tops desserts, lightens pasta sauces, and folds into mousses and ice creams.

Cream cartons are sold by volume in millilitres or fluid ounces, while baking recipes often switch to grams, cups, or tablespoons. Converting between the four stops you opening a second carton when only a little is left from the first.

Also known as

  • light whipping cream

Heavy cream is the richer cousin of whipping cream, with around 36% fat or more compared to 30 to 35%. They are close in weight (240 g vs 238 g per cup), so swap 1:1; heavy cream gives a stiffer whip that holds longer for piped decorations. See heavy cream in cups.

Crème fraîche is cultured cream with a tangy bite that whipping cream lacks. They are close in weight (230 g vs 238 g per cup), so swap 1:1 in sauces and toppings; whipping cream is the one to reach for when a recipe asks for whipped cream. See crème fraîche in cups.

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Common Whipping Cream Conversions

Here are the most common whipping cream conversions from cups to grams.

CupsGrams
0.25 cups59.5 g
0.5 cups119 g
0.75 cups178.5 g
1 cup238 g
1.25 cups297.5 g
1.5 cups357 g
2 cups476 g
2.5 cups595 g
3 cups714 g

Whipping Cream Conversion Chart

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

cupgramsouncescup(US)tbsptspmlfl oz
0.25 cup59.5 g2.1 oz0.26 cup (US)4.17 tbsp12.5 tsp62.5 ml2.11 fl oz
0.5 cup119 g4.2 oz0.52 cup (US)8.33 tbsp25 tsp125 ml4.23 fl oz
1 cup238 g8.4 oz1.04 cup (US)16.67 tbsp50 tsp250 ml8.45 fl oz
2 cup476 g16.8 oz2.08 cup (US)33.33 tbsp100 tsp500 ml16.91 fl oz

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 cup of whipping cream?
1 cup of whipping cream is 238 grams, or 8.4 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 cups of whipping cream is 119 grams and 2 cups is 476 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 whipping cream converter
How many grams is 1 cup of whipping cream?
1 cup of whipping cream is 238 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 cups is 119 grams and 2 cups is 476 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 cup whipping cream in grams
How many cups of whipping cream is 238 grams?
238 grams of whipping cream is 1 cup. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups 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 cup of whipping cream in ounces?
1 cup of whipping cream is 8.4 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 cups is 4.2 ounces and 2 cups is 16.8 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance. 1 cup whipping cream in ounces
How do cups and tablespoons compare as units?
Cups and tablespoons 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. Cups to tablespoons

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