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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 g≈ 0.21 cups
100 g≈ 0.42 cups
150 g≈ 0.63 cups
200 g≈ 0.83 cups
250 g≈ 1.04 cups
300 g≈ 1.25 cups
400 g≈ 1.67 cups
500 g≈ 2.08 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.