Buttermilk
US Cup to Milliliter
Buttermilk — Quick Reference
Common us cup to milliliter conversions
| US Cup | Milliliter |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 59ml |
| ⅓ cup | 79ml |
| ½ cup | 118ml |
| ⅔ cup | 158ml |
| ¾ cup | 177ml |
| 1 cup | 237ml |
| 1½ cups | 355ml |
| 2 cups | 473ml |
Based on buttermilk density of 1.03 g/ml (poured method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Buttermilk Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
Converting 1 us cup to milliliter is a direct volume conversion. One us cup equals 236.59ml, and one milliliter equals 1ml. So 1 us cup (236.59ml) equals 236.6 milliliter.
Measurement Tip
For room-temperature recipes, let buttermilk sit out for 15-20 minutes before measuring. Cold buttermilk is slightly denser than room-temperature buttermilk, which can affect very precise recipes. Our density of 1.03 g/ml is based on refrigerated buttermilk.
About Our Data
The density value of 1.03 g/ml for buttermilk is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 170116). This measurement was taken with buttermilk poured into the measuring cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 us cup of buttermilk weighs approximately 237 milliliter. This is based on a density of 1.03 g/ml for buttermilk.
Buttermilk should be measured in a liquid measuring cup. Let refrigerated dairy come to room temperature for accurate baking results.
Buttermilk has a density of 1.03 g/ml, meaning each milliliter weighs 1.03 grams. Different ingredients have different densities—for example, flour is lighter than sugar—which is why each needs its own conversion factor.