Cups to mL Converter
1 cups = 236.59 mL
Achieve culinary precision with our Cups to Milliliters (mL) Converter. Whether you're following an American recipe while using metric measuring equipment or vice-versa, understanding the exact volume of a standard cup is the key to consistent baking and cooking results.
Our tool uses the official **US Customary Cup** definition (approx. 236.6 mL), which is the standard for recipes in the United States. It provides high-accuracy results for home cooks, professional chefs, and nutritionists alike.
Cooking Conversion Formula
US Cups to mL
mL = Cups × 236.59
Standard conversion for US culinary measurements.
mL to US Cups
Cups = mL ÷ 236.59
Used to translate metric quantities into cups.
Standard Cup Sizes Explained
The US Customary Cup is the most common unit in American kitchens. It is defined as 8 fluid ounces. Many modern recipes also use the Metric Cup, which is exactly 250 mL.
1 US Cup ≈ 236.6 mLWhy Precision Matters: In baking, a difference of 13 mL (between a US Cup and a Metric Cup) can affect the hydration of doughs and batters. Our converter helps you maintain the original intended ratios of any recipe.
1 Metric Cup = 250 mLCulinary Applications
Bringing global recipes into your kitchen.
International Recipes
Easily convert American 'cup' measurements into milliliters for use with metric kitchen scales.
Baking Chemistry
Maintain exact hydration levels in breads and pastries by synchronizing liquid volumes.
Nutrition Tracking
Accurately measure serving sizes for soups, sauces, and beverages to monitor caloric intake.
Beverage Prep
Standardize coffee and tea ratios by converting between familiar cup sizes and technical mL volumes.
Kitchen Measurement Chart
| Cups (US) | Milliliters (mL) | Typical Context |
|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cup | 59.15 mL | Quarter Cup |
| 0.5 cup | 118.29 mL | Half Cup |
| 1 cup | 236.59 mL | Standard US Cup |
| 2 cup | 473.18 mL | One Pint (approx) |
| 4 cup | 946.35 mL | One Quart (approx) |
This Cups to mL Converter is a vital tool for anyone navigating the world of global culinary arts. By providing instant, high-precision translation between US Customary and Metric units, it ensures that your cooking and baking remain accurate and successful.