How Many Ounces Does A 1 1/2 Cup Weigh?

Here is an explanation of how the weight of 1 1/2 cups varies based on different ingredients:

1. Water

• Density: 1 cup of water weighs 8 ounces (oz) because water has a density close to 1 g/mL (8 ounces = 1 cup = 240 milliliters).
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of water = 1 1/2 × 8 oz = 12 ounces

2. All-Purpose Flour

• Density: The weight of flour varies depending on how it’s packed, but a standard estimate is about 4.5 ounces per cup. If the flour is sifted, it may weigh a little less, and if it’s packed tightly, it could weigh more.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour = 1 1/2 × 4.5 oz = 6.75 ounces

3. Granulated Sugar

• Density: 1 cup of granulated sugar weighs around 7 ounces. Sugar is denser than flour, which is why the weight for the same volume is higher.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar = 1 1/2 × 7 oz = 10.5 ounces

4. Butter

• Density: Butter is typically measured by weight, and 1 cup of butter weighs approximately 8 ounces.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of butter = 1 1/2 × 8 oz = 12 ounces

5. Milk

• Density: The weight of milk is similar to that of water, so 1 cup of milk weighs approximately 8 ounces.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of milk = 1 1/2 × 8 oz = 12 ounces

6. Brown Sugar

• Density: Brown sugar is often packed into the measuring cup, which makes it heavier than granulated sugar. 1 cup of packed brown sugar typically weighs 8 ounces.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of packed brown sugar = 1 1/2 × 8 oz = 12 ounces

7. Honey

• Density: Honey is denser than water, and 1 cup of honey weighs around 12 ounces.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of honey = 1 1/2 × 12 oz = 18 ounces

8. Coconut Oil (Solid)

• Density: When coconut oil is solid (as in cooler temperatures), 1 cup weighs around 7.5 ounces.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of solid coconut oil = 1 1/2 × 7.5 oz = 11.25 ounces

9. Oats

• Density: 1 cup of rolled oats weighs about 3 ounces.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of rolled oats = 1 1/2 × 3 oz = 4.5 ounces

10. Chopped Nuts (e.g., walnuts)

• Density: Chopped nuts are lighter than flour and sugar, with 1 cup of chopped walnuts weighing approximately 4 ounces.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of chopped walnuts = 1 1/2 × 4 oz = 6 ounces

11. Chocolate Chips

• Density: Chocolate chips generally weigh about 6 ounces per cup.
• Calculation:
  1 1/2 cups of chocolate chips = 1 1/2 × 6 oz = 9 ounces

Summary Table for Common Ingredients:

This breakdown helps show the varying weights for different ingredients. Always keep in mind that the texture, temperature, and how an ingredient is measured (sifted, packed, or fluffed) can influence its weight.