How much is 1 cup of milk in grams?

Reviewed by Shree • Last checked October 2026 • How we measure
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1 cup of milk weighs 244 grams.

244 grams

≈ 8.61 oz (weight)

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1 cup cup of Milk weighs 244 grams.

244 grams ≈ 8.61 oz

Nearby milk cup measurements

Compare weight conversions for common cup sizes of milk.

Cup Amount Weight (Grams) Weight (Ounces)
5 cups 1220g 43.03 oz
4 cups 976g 34.43 oz
3 cups 732g 25.82 oz
2 cups 488g 17.21 oz
1 cup Current 244g 8.61 oz
1/2 cup 122g 4.3 oz
1/3 cup 80.52g 2.84 oz
1/4 cup 61g 2.15 oz

1 cup of milk in other units

If a recipe calls for 1 cup of milk, here is how that exact quantity converts into other volume and weight measurements:

  • • 244 grams (g) by weight
  • • 8.61 ounces (oz) by weight (View milk ounces chart →)
  • • 16 tablespoons (tbsp)
  • • 48 teaspoons (tsp)
  • • 8 fluid ounces (fl oz) of volume

How to measure milk accurately

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)

Measuring milk by volume using cups can introduce errors up to 20% due to settling, packing pressure, and variations between measuring cup brands. For dependable, professional baking and cooking results, weighing your ingredients in grams with an inexpensive digital kitchen scale eliminates every inconsistency.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 cup of milk?

1 cup of milk weighs 244 grams (approximately 8.61 ounces).

How many ounces is 1 cup of milk?

1 cup of milk weighs approximately 8.61 ounces (244g).

How many cups of milk is 100 grams?

100 grams of milk is approximately 0.41 cups.

How do you accurately measure 1 cup of milk?

The most accurate way to measure milk is by weight on a digital kitchen scale (244g). If measuring with cups, spoon the ingredient lightly into the measuring cup and level off flat with a knife without packing.

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