Cooking Volume Converter (Cups, Tbsp, mL) – Quick & Accurate Measurements

What Is a Cooking Volume Converter?

Cooking Volume Converter helps you quickly convert cups to tablespoons, teaspoons, milliliters (mL), and liters — making your recipes accurate and easy to follow. Whether you’re baking cookies or preparing sauces, knowing the right conversion ensures perfect taste and texture every time.

How to Use the Converter

Enter the value you want to convert (e.g., “1 cup”).
Choose your desired unit (cups, tbsp, tsp, or mL).
Instantly see the converted measurement.

Tip: This tool is perfect for international recipes, where US, UK, or metric systems differ.

Cooking Measurement Tips

Always use liquid measuring cups for liquids and dry measuring cups for flour, sugar, etc.
Level off dry ingredients for accurate results.
Convert all measurements to metric (mL or grams) for consistency in baking.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many tablespoons are in a cup?

There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup.

How many milliliters are in a tablespoon?

1 tablespoon equals 15 milliliters (mL).

Can I use this converter for dry ingredients?

Yes — but note that dry ingredients have different densities, so grams may be a better measure for baking accuracy.

Why are conversions slightly different in some recipes?

Some countries use different cup standards — for example, 1 US cup = 240 mL, while 1 UK cup = 250 mL.

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.