Convert Mushroom from Cups (chopped) to Kilograms

Mushroom converter

Use the tool below to convert mushroom from Cups (chopped) to Kilograms.

A small white-button mushroom is barely over a third the weight of a large one, so 'eight mushrooms' in a sauce can swing the yield. Pick the right size below to keep risotto, pasta, and stroganoff on target. Sizes here cover white buttons only; portobello caps run much larger and aren't included.

How many kg is a cup of mushrooms?

A cup of mushrooms is about 0.07 kg. Half that is about 0.04 kg and double about 0.15 kg, so the ratio scales in a straight line. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities.

Got portobello caps? Those weigh 80–200 g whole, well above white button. See our Portobello Mushroom converter.

No measuring cups? The tool below gets you close, and a measuring cup set keeps every batch the same.

Enter an amount, pick your units, and set the size for counting whole mushrooms.

Size applies to whole mushrooms (small / medium / large).

Result

0.07 kg

Common Mushroom conversions

Quick reference for mushroom at medium size. Switch the size in the converter above for small or large.

Cups (chopped)Kilograms
0.25 cups0.02 kg
0.5 cups0.04 kg
0.75 cups0.05 kg
1 cup0.07 kg
1.5 cups0.11 kg
2 cups0.15 kg
3 cups0.22 kg

Mushroom conversion chart

The chart below shows how whole mushrooms (medium size) convert to cups, grams and ounces.

cupskgmushroomscups (US)gozlb
0.25 cups0.02 kg1.01 mushrooms0.26 cups (US)18.25 g0.64 oz0.04 lb
0.5 cups0.04 kg2.03 mushrooms0.52 cups (US)36.5 g1.29 oz0.08 lb
1 cup0.07 kg4.06 mushrooms1.04 cups (US)73 g2.58 oz0.16 lb
1.5 cups0.11 kg6.08 mushrooms1.56 cups (US)109.5 g3.86 oz0.24 lb
2 cups0.15 kg8.11 mushrooms2.09 cups (US)146 g5.15 oz0.32 lb

Mushroom varieties and best uses

The conversions above are the same whatever variety you use; the difference is what each is good for. Here is how the common mushroom varieties compare.

VarietyBest for
White ButtonEveryday sautéing, soups, and pizza: mild and tender, the standard supermarket mushroom.
Cremini (Baby Bella)All-purpose cooking: brown-skinned, firmer, meatier white-mushroom variety with deeper flavour. Sold as Cremini, Baby Bella, or Portobellini.
ShiitakeAsian dishes and stocks: woody stems, strong umami; sold fresh or dried.
OysterQuick sautés and stir-fries: delicate, fan-shaped caps that cook in minutes.
ChestnutRoasting and risotto: nutty brown caps, firmer than white button, similar to cremini.
PorciniRisotto, sauces, and stews: deeply savoury; usually sold dried and rehydrated.

Which should I pick?

For everyday sautéing, pasta, and risotto, Cremini (Baby Bella) gives deeper, meatier flavour than White Button. No Cremini? White Button is the reliable supermarket default. For stocks and stir-fries that want strong umami, reach for Shiitake; for tender quick sautés where you don't want the mushroom to overpower, Oyster.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many kg is a cup of mushrooms?
A cup of mushrooms is about 0.07 kg of mushroom. The density of chopped mushroom is fixed, so the ratio holds at any amount: double the cups and you double the kg. Use the converter above for any quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts. Open the mushroom converter
How many cups of mushrooms is 0.07 kg?
0.07 kg of mushrooms is about 0.96 cups. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups and kg without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure the other. Use the converter above for any amount.
Which mushroom variety should I use?
For everyday sautéing, pasta, and risotto, Cremini (Baby Bella) gives deeper, meatier flavour than White Button. No Cremini? White Button is the reliable supermarket default. For stocks and stir-fries that want strong umami, reach for Shiitake; for tender quick sautés where you don't want the mushroom to overpower, Oyster.

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