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Sour Cream

Density: 1.014 g/ml • Liquids

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Quick Reference — 1 Sour Cream

FromToEquals
1 cupsg239.9
1 cupstbsp16
1 cupstsp48
1 tbspg14.99
1 tbsptsp3
1 tspg5
1 ozg28.35
1 gcups0.004
1 gtbsp0.067

How to measure sour cream

Sour Cream has a density of 1.014 g/ml. One cup of sour cream weighs approximately 240 grams. For the most accurate baking, always weigh ingredients on a kitchen scale.

Source: King Arthur Baking Company & USDA National Nutrient Database

Sour Cream Conversion Chart (grams to cups)

GramsCups
50 g0.21 cups
100 g0.42 cups
150 g0.63 cups
200 g0.83 cups
250 g1.04 cups
300 g1.25 cups
400 g1.67 cups
500 g2.08 cups

Approximate values based on density of 1.014 g/ml. Always weigh for precision.

Sour Cream Conversion FAQs

How many grams in 1 cup of sour cream?+

1 US cup of sour cream weighs approximately 240 grams. This is based on the ingredient's density of 1.014 g/ml, which is the standard used by professional bakers.

How many grams in 1 tablespoon of sour cream?+

1 tablespoon of sour cream weighs approximately 15 grams (1/16 of a cup). Use the converter above for any amount.

How many grams in 1 teaspoon of sour cream?+

1 teaspoon of sour cream weighs approximately 5 grams (1/48 of a cup).

How many cups is 100 grams of sour cream?+

100 grams of sour cream is approximately 0.42 cups (about 7 tablespoons). Weighing is always more accurate than measuring by volume.

Is 1 cup of sour cream the same as 240 grams?+

Yes — in professional baking standards, 1 US cup of sour cream equals 240 grams. Always use a kitchen scale for the most accurate results, since how ingredients settle in a cup can vary.