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Ounces to Cups

Convert fluid ounces (liquid) and weight ounces (dry ingredients) into recipe cups.

ModeOunces (oz) → Cups (c)
oz
Presets:
Converted Cups (c):
--cups
Fluid: Cups = fl oz ÷ 8 | Dry: Cups = (oz × 28.3495) ÷ Cup Density (g)

Ounces to Cups Reference Chart

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Ounces (oz)Cups (c)Culinary Application
1

Scientific Precision

Culinary conversions account for physical density differences between aerated powders (flour), crystalline solids (sugar), and emulsions (butter).

2

Global Standards

Easily navigate discrepancies between US Customary (236.6 ml), US Legal (240 ml), Metric (250 ml), and UK Imperial measurements.

3

Instant Kitchen Math

Eliminate guesswork while scaling recipes up or down. Copy results with one click for easy note-taking and baking journals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between fluid ounces and weight ounces?↓
Fluid ounces (fl oz) measure volume (space), where 8 fl oz is always 1 cup. Avoirdupois ounces (oz) measure physical weight. For light ingredients like flour, 8 weight ounces is almost 2 cups!
How many cups is 8 ounces of shredded cheese?↓
8 weight ounces of shredded cheese equals approximately 2 packed cups (shredded cheese weighs ~4 oz per cup).
How many cups is 8 ounces of butter?↓
8 ounces of butter equals exactly 1 cup (2 sticks).