Synopsis: This information presents a comprehensive collection of cooking measurement charts and tables, offering clear and practical references for converting between American standard and metric units, as well as volume, weight, and temperature scales. The resource includes detailed equivalencies for teaspoons, tablespoons, cups, ounces, pints, quarts, gallons, grams, and kilograms, alongside bar drink measurements, oven temperature conversions (Fahrenheit, Celsius, and gas marks), and cake pan size comparisons. The straightforward tables are especially useful for people who may find complex conversions challenging, including seniors and individuals with disabilities, by reducing cognitive load and making kitchen tasks more manageable and inclusive. The inclusion of measurement abbreviations and ingredient-specific weight conversions further enhances its value for both novice and experienced cooks - Disabled World (DW).
Introduction
Listed below you will find we have also included some handy basic bar drink measurements and oven temperature gas mark numbers, plus a few common imperial to metric conversions used in weights and measures when cooking. Precise measurements can be vital to perfect cooking and baking success.
TIP: Always use cup and spoon measures for dry and solid ingredients and a cooking measuring jug for liquid ingredients.
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Cooking Temperature and Bar Drink Measurements
Cooking Measurement Conversions
1 teaspoon = 1/6 fl. ounce
1 Tablespoon = 1/2 fl. ounce
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons
1 dessert spoon (UK) = 2.4 teaspoons
16 tablespoons = 1 cup
12 tablespoons = 3/4 cup
10 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons = 2/3 cup
8 tablespoons = 1/2 cup
6 tablespoons = 3/8 cup
5 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon = 1/3 cup
4 tablespoons = 1/4 cup
2 tablespoons = 1/8 cup
2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons = 1/6 cup
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup
2 cups = 1 pint
2 pints = 1 quart
3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon
48 teaspoons = 1 cup
1 cup = 8 fluid ounces
2 cups= 1 pint
2 cups= 16 fluid ounces
1 quart = 2 pints
4 cups = 1 quart
4 cups = 32 fluid ounces
8 cups = 4 pints
8 cups = 1/2 gallon
8 cups = 64 fluid ounces
4 quarts =1 gallon
4 quarts = 128 fluid ounces
1 gallon (gal) = 4 quarts
16 ounces = 1 pound
Pinch = Less than 1/8 teaspoon
F to C Degrees Conversion Chart
225F = 110C = Gas mark 1/4
250F = 120C = Gas mark 1/2
275F = 140C = Gas mark 1
300F = 150C = Gas mark 2
325F = 160C = Gas mark 3
350F = 180C = Gas mark 4
375F = 190C = Gas mark 5
400F = 200C = Gas mark 6
425F = 220C = Gas mark 7
450F = 230C = Gas mark 8
475F = 240C = Gas mark 9
500F = 260C
550F = 290C
Imperial to Metric
1/4 teaspoon = 1.25 ml
1/2 tsp = 2.5 ml
1 tsp = 5 ml
1 tablespoon = 15 ml
1/4 cup = 60 ml
1/3 cup = 75 ml
1/2 cup = 125 ml
2/3 cup = 150 ml
3/4 cup = 175 ml
1 cup = 250 ml
1 1/8 cups = 275 ml
1 1/4 cups = 300 ml
1 1/2 cups = 350 ml
1 2/3 cups = 400 ml
1 3/4 cups = 450 ml
2 cups = 500 ml
2 1/2 cups = 600 ml
3 cups = 750 ml
3 2/3 cups = 900 ml
4 cups = 1 liter
Weight Conversions
1/2 oz. = 15g
1 oz. = 25 g
2 oz. = 50 g
3 oz. = 75 g
4 oz. = 100 g
6 oz. = 175 g
7 oz. = 200 g
8 oz. = 250 g
9 oz. = 275 g
10 oz. = 300 g
12 oz. = 350 g
1 lb. = 500 g
1 1/2 = 750 g
2 lb. = 1 kg
Bar Drink Measurements
1 dash = 6 drops
3 teaspoons = 1/2 ounce
1 pony = 1 ounce
1 jigger = 1 1/2 ounce
1 large jigger = 2 ounces
1 std. whiskey glass = 2 ounces
1 pint = 16 fluid ounces
1 fifth = 25.6 fluid ounces
1 quart = 32 fluid ounces
Cake Pan Size Conversions
20cm springform cake pan = 8 inch
20cm square cake pan = 8 inch
23cm springform cake pan = 9 inch
25cm springform cake pan = 10 inch
Measurement Abbreviations
tsp = teaspoon
Tbsp. = tablespoon
FL = fluid
oz. = ounce
pkg = package
c = cup
pt. = pint
qt. = quart
gal = gallon
lb. = pound
sm = small
lg = large
g = gram
kg = Kilogram
ml =Milliliter
Temperature Equivalents
Fahrenheit
Celsius
Oven Temperature
225°
110°
Very cool
250°
120°
Very cool
275°
140°
Cool
300°
150°
Cool
325°
160°
Moderate
350°
180°
Moderate
375°
190°
Moderately hot
400°
200°
Hot
425°
220°
Hot
450°
230°
Very hot
475°
245°
Very hot
Common Conversions for Ingredients Used In Baking
Ingredients
Ounces
Grams
1 cup all-purpose flour
5
142
1 cup granulated (white) sugar
7
198
1 cup firmly-packed brown sugar (light or dark)
7
198
1 cup powdered (confectioners) sugar
4
113
1 cup cocoa powder
3
85
Butter (salted/unsalted)
4 tablespoons = 1/2 stick = 1/4 cup
2
57
8 tablespoons = 1 stick =1/2 cup
4
113
16 tablespoons = 2 sticks = 1 cup
8
227
NOTE: All cooking equivalent measurements listed above are approximate and in most cases have been rounded up or down to the nearest whole number.
Insights, Analysis, and Developments
Editorial Note: In a world where recipes often cross borders and measurement systems, having a reliable, easy-to-use conversion guide is more than a convenience - it's a necessity for anyone seeking consistent results in the kitchen. This article stands out not just for its thoroughness, but for its commitment to clarity and accessibility, making it a valuable ally for home cooks, caregivers, and anyone who values independence and confidence in meal preparation - Disabled World (DW).
Author Credentials: Ian is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Disabled World, a leading resource for news and information on disability issues. With a global perspective shaped by years of travel and lived experience, Ian is a committed proponent of the Social Model of Disability-a transformative framework developed by disabled activists in the 1970s that emphasizes dismantling societal barriers rather than focusing solely on individual impairments. His work reflects a deep commitment to disability rights, accessibility, and social inclusion. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and accomplishments, visit his full biography.
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Author Credentials: Ian is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Disabled World, a leading resource for news and information on disability issues. With a global perspective shaped by years of travel and lived experience, Ian is a committed proponent of the Social Model of Disability-a transformative framework developed by disabled activists in the 1970s that emphasizes dismantling societal barriers rather than focusing solely on individual impairments. His work reflects a deep commitment to disability rights, accessibility, and social inclusion. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and accomplishments, visit his full biography.