How many mushrooms is 1 kg?

A kg of mushrooms is about 55.56 medium mushrooms, since a medium mushroom weighs 18 g. With small mushrooms that figure is about 100 and with large mushrooms about 37.04. Set the size selector to match what you have, then read the exact count above. The converter runs both ways for any weight.

Convert Mushroom from Kilograms to Whole Mushrooms

Mushroom converter

Use the tool below to convert mushroom from Kilograms to Whole Mushrooms.

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 mushrooms are in a kilogram?

A kg of mushrooms is about 55.56 medium mushrooms, based on a medium mushroom of 18 g. Small mushrooms push that figure up and large ones bring it down, so set the size selector to match what you have, then read the exact count above.

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

No scale? The tool below gives a good estimate, but for exact bakes a digital kitchen scale removes the guesswork.

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55.56 mushrooms

Common Mushroom conversions

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

Kilograms	mushrooms
0.25 kg	13.89 mushrooms
0.5 kg	27.78 mushrooms
1 kg	55.56 mushrooms
2 kg	111.11 mushrooms
3 kg	166.67 mushrooms

Mushroom conversion chart

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

kg	mushrooms	cups	cups (US)	g	oz	lb
0.25 kg	13.89 mushrooms	3.42 cups	3.57 cups (US)	250 g	8.82 oz	0.55 lb
0.5 kg	27.78 mushrooms	6.85 cups	7.14 cups (US)	500 g	17.64 oz	1.1 lb
1 kg	55.56 mushrooms	13.7 cups	14.29 cups (US)	1000 g	35.27 oz	2.2 lb
2 kg	111.11 mushrooms	27.4 cups	28.57 cups (US)	2000 g	70.55 oz	4.41 lb
3 kg	166.67 mushrooms	41.1 cups	42.86 cups (US)	3000 g	105.82 oz	6.61 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.

Variety	Best for
White Button	Everyday 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.
Shiitake	Asian dishes and stocks: woody stems, strong umami; sold fresh or dried.
Oyster	Quick sautés and stir-fries: delicate, fan-shaped caps that cook in minutes.
Chestnut	Roasting and risotto: nutty brown caps, firmer than white button, similar to cremini.
Porcini	Risotto, 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 mushrooms is 1 kg?: A kg of mushrooms is about 55.56 medium mushrooms, since a medium mushroom weighs 18 g. With small mushrooms that figure is about 100 and with large mushrooms about 37.04. Set the size selector to match what you have, then read the exact count above. The converter runs both ways for any weight. Open the mushroom converter
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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