How to Use This Tool
Enter a Value
Type the amount you want to convert into the input field. Decimals like 0.5 or 1.25 are fully supported.
Choose Your Units
Pick a From unit and a To unit from the dropdowns. Use the swap button to flip them instantly.
Read the Result
The converted value appears instantly below the inputs. Click Copy to put it on your clipboard.
See All Conversions
Scroll down to see the same amount converted into every other supported unit at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tool really free?
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Yes, completely free with no limits and no sign-up. Everything runs in your browser with no server costs.
Is my data sent to a server?
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No. All conversion math happens directly in your browser. Nothing you type is ever sent anywhere.
What units are supported?
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17 units: US Teaspoon, US Tablespoon, US Fluid Ounce, US Cup, Metric Cup, US Pint, US Quart, US Gallon, Milliliter, Liter, Deciliter, UK Teaspoon, UK Tablespoon, UK Fluid Ounce, UK Cup, Pinch, and Dash.
What is the difference between US and UK cups?
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A US cup is about 237 ml. A UK (Imperial) cup is about 284 ml. A Metric cup is exactly 250 ml. Always check which cup a recipe is using.
What is a Pinch?
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A pinch is roughly 1/16 of a teaspoon, about 0.3 ml. It is an informal measurement used in cooking for very small amounts of spices and seasonings.
What is a Dash?
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A dash is roughly 1/8 of a teaspoon, about 0.6 ml. It is slightly larger than a pinch and used for liquid seasonings and extracts.
How do I convert cups to milliliters?
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Set From to Cup (US) and To to Milliliter. One US cup is about 236.6 ml. One Metric cup is exactly 250 ml.
How accurate are the conversions?
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The tool uses standard conversion factors and displays up to 10 significant figures. Results are accurate for everyday cooking and baking.
Can I see all conversions at once?
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Yes. Below the main result, the tool shows the same amount in every other unit in a scrollable list.
Does it include both US and UK measurements?
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Yes. US and UK (Imperial) teaspoons, tablespoons, fluid ounces, and cups are all included since they differ in size.
What Is Cooking Measurement Converter?
Cooking Measurement Converter is a free tool that converts between 17 kitchen volume units right in your browser. It covers US measurements (cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, fluid ounces, pints, quarts, gallons), UK Imperial equivalents, metric volumes (milliliters, liters, deciliters), and even informal measures like pinch and dash. Nothing you type is ever sent anywhere - all math runs locally on your device.
The result updates live as you type, and a full conversion table shows the same amount in every other unit at once. Perfect for following recipes from any country without guessing.
Features Explained
17 Kitchen Units
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Convert between US teaspoons, tablespoons, fluid ounces, cups, pints, quarts, gallons, their UK Imperial equivalents, metric volumes (ml, L, dL), Metric Cup, and informal pinch and dash.
US Measurements
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US Cup, Tablespoon, Teaspoon, Fluid Ounce, Pint, Quart, and Gallon for American recipes and cookbooks.
UK Imperial Measurements
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UK Teaspoon, Tablespoon, Fluid Ounce, and Cup for British and Commonwealth recipes. These differ from their US counterparts.
Metric Volumes
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Milliliter, Liter, Deciliter, and Metric Cup (250 ml) for recipes from Europe, Australia, and most of the world.
Pinch and Dash
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Informal measurements for very small amounts. A pinch is about 1/16 teaspoon and a dash is about 1/8 teaspoon.
Instant Conversion
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The result updates live as you type. There is no Convert button to click - you see the answer the moment your input changes.
All Conversions at Once
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Below the main result, a scrollable table shows the same amount converted into every other unit simultaneously.
Swap Button
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Click the swap button between the From and To dropdowns to flip them instantly. The result recalculates right away.
Copy to Clipboard
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Click Copy to put the converted value on your clipboard instantly, ready to paste into a recipe or shopping list.
100% Browser-Based
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All conversion math runs directly in your browser. Nothing you type is ever sent to any server - complete privacy.
Who Is This Tool For?
Home Cooks
Convert between cups, tablespoons, and milliliters when following recipes from different countries or cookbooks.
Bakers
Convert precise ingredient amounts between US cups, metric ml, and UK measures for consistent baking results.
Professional Chefs
Convert recipe quantities between US, UK, and metric systems when scaling recipes or working with international cookbooks.
Recipe Bloggers
Provide accurate conversions for your audience by checking US, metric, and UK equivalents before publishing.
Meal Preppers
Scale recipe portions up or down by converting between different measurement units for batch cooking.
Bartenders
Convert cocktail recipe measurements between fluid ounces, ml, tablespoons, and cups from different bar guides.
Nutritionists
Convert serving sizes between US, UK, and metric units when creating diet plans from international sources.
Cooking Students
Learn the relationships between different measurement systems used in culinary schools around the world.
Expats and Immigrants
Convert recipes from your home country's measurement system to the one used in your new country.
Parents
Convert baby food and formula measurements between ml, tablespoons, and fluid ounces for different feeding guides.
Food Manufacturers
Convert ingredient quantities between metric and US or UK units for product formulation and labeling.
Caterers
Scale recipes between different measurement systems when preparing food for events with international menus.
Cookbook Authors
Provide accurate cross-system conversions for readers using US, UK, and metric measuring tools.
Brewing Enthusiasts
Convert hop, malt, and water measurements between US and metric units for beer and wine recipes.
Spice Blenders
Convert pinch and dash amounts to ml or teaspoons for consistent spice blend ratios.
Food Scientists
Convert formulation quantities between metric and customary units for research and product development.
Fitness Enthusiasts
Convert smoothie and protein shake recipes between cups, ml, and scoops when following different guides.
Teachers
Demonstrate cooking measurement conversions during home economics, chemistry, or math lessons.
Students
Convert between measurement systems for cooking assignments, food science projects, and chemistry labs.
Jam and Preserves Makers
Convert fruit, sugar, and pectin measurements between cups, grams, and ml for canning recipes.
Sauce Makers
Convert small amounts of ingredients between teaspoons, tablespoons, and ml for precise sauce ratios.
Travelers
Follow local recipes while abroad by converting between the measurement system you know and the one used locally.
Coffee Enthusiasts
Convert coffee-to-water ratios between ml, cups, and tablespoons for pour-over, French press, and espresso recipes.
Anyone
Quickly convert any cooking measurement for any recipe - baking, cooking, drinks, or food prep.
Tips for Best Results
US vs UK vs Metric cups
A US cup is about 237 ml. A UK cup is about 284 ml. A Metric cup is exactly 250 ml. Always check which one your recipe uses.
Common tablespoon conversions
1 US tablespoon = 3 US teaspoons = about 14.8 ml. 1 UK tablespoon = about 17.8 ml. The tool handles both.
Pinch and dash are approximate
A pinch is about 1/16 teaspoon and a dash is about 1/8 teaspoon. These are informal measurements, but the tool gives you a consistent value to work with.
Use the All Conversions table
Scroll below the main result to see the same amount in every other unit at once. Handy when a recipe lists ingredients in mixed units.
Use the swap button
Click the swap button between the dropdowns to flip From and To instantly.
Copy the result in one click
Click Copy next to the result to put the value on your clipboard, ready to paste into a recipe or shopping list.
Fluid ounces differ too
A US fluid ounce is about 29.6 ml. A UK fluid ounce is about 28.4 ml. Small difference, but it adds up in large recipes.
Deciliter for European recipes
A deciliter (dL) is 100 ml, or 0.1 liters. It appears in Scandinavian and some European recipes.
Scaling recipes
To halve a recipe, type 0.5 of the original amount. To double it, type 2. The tool gives you exact conversions for any fraction.
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