Cooking Weight Converter (g, kg, oz, lb) – Instant Kitchen Measurement Tool

Easily convert cooking weights between grams, kilograms, ounces, and pounds. Use our free cooking weight converter to measure ingredients accurately for perfect recipes.

What Is a Cooking Weight Converter?

The Cooking Weight Converter helps you quickly switch between grams (g), kilograms (kg), ounces (oz), and pounds (lb) — ensuring that your recipes turn out just as intended.
Different countries and cookbooks use different units, making manual conversion confusing. This tool simplifies it for you in seconds.


Why Accurate Weight Conversion Matters

  • Baking requires precise ingredient ratios.

  • Converting incorrectly can make your cake dense or your dough too sticky.

  • Grams and ounces give more accurate results than cups or spoons.

  • Ideal for international recipes that use different measuring systems.


How to Use the Converter

  1. Select the unit you want to convert (e.g., grams → ounces).

  2. Enter your value (e.g., 200g).

  3. Click Convert to get instant results in your desired unit.

💡 Pro tip: Always weigh dry ingredients using a digital kitchen scale for the best results.

Kitchen Tips for Accurate Measurements

  • Use a digital kitchen scale for precision.

  • Zero the scale before adding ingredients.

  • Don’t rely on volume (cups/spoons) for dry ingredients like flour — they vary by density.

  • Remember that 1 pound = 16 ounces, and 1 ounce = 28.35 grams.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams are in 1 ounce?

There are 28.35 grams in one ounce (oz).

How many pounds are in a kilogram?

One kilogram equals 2.2 pounds (lb).

Can I use this converter for baking ingredients?

Yes! This tool is especially helpful for baking, where accuracy is essential.

Are grams and milliliters the same?

Not always — grams measure weight, while milliliters measure volume. They match only for water-based ingredients.

Maria Bakkers

A home cook and recipe creator from the United States. With a background in Hospitality and Catering, I love turning everyday ingredients into simple, family-friendly meals. When I’m not in the kitchen, I enjoy camping with my husband and our two children. On The Fry Pans, I share easy recipes, cooking tips, and honest kitchen tool reviews to help families cook smarter and eat better.

This tools was medically reviewed by Dr. Farzana Antu, BSc, MS, MPH (North South University) Nutrition and Food Science, to ensure accuracy.

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