How much is 1/2 cup of sour cream in grams?

Reviewed by Shree • Last checked October 2026 • How we measure
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1/2 cup of sour cream weighs 115 grams.

115 grams

≈ 4.06 oz (weight)

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)
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1/2 cup cup of Sour cream weighs 230 grams.

230 grams ≈ 8.11 oz

Nearby sour cream cup measurements

Compare weight conversions for common cup sizes of sour cream.

Cup Amount Weight (Grams) Weight (Ounces)
1/4 cup 57.5g 2 oz
1/3 cup 75.9g 2.7 oz
1/2 cup Current 115g 4.1 oz
2/3 cup 154.1g 5.4 oz
3/4 cup 172.5g 6.1 oz
1 cup 230g 8.1 oz
1 1/2 cups 345g 12.2 oz
2 cups 460g 16.2 oz

1/2 cup of sour cream in other units

If a recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sour cream, here is how that exact quantity converts into other volume and weight measurements:

  • • 115 grams (g) by weight
  • • 4.06 ounces (oz) by weight (View sour cream ounces chart →)
  • • 16 tablespoons (tbsp)
  • • 48 teaspoons (tsp)
  • • 8 fluid ounces (fl oz) of volume

How to measure sour cream accurately

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)

Measuring sour cream 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 1/2 cup of sour cream?

1/2 cup of sour cream weighs 115 grams (approximately 4.06 ounces).

How many ounces is 1/2 cup of sour cream?

1/2 cup of sour cream weighs approximately 4.06 ounces (115g).

How many cups of sour cream is 100 grams?

100 grams of sour cream is approximately 0.43 cups.

How do you accurately measure 1/2 cup of sour cream?

The most accurate way to measure sour cream is by weight on a digital kitchen scale (115g). 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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