Cooking Converter

Convert common kitchen measurements quickly, like cups to tablespoons

Conversion

Supports decimals and fractions (example: 1/4 or 1 1/2)

Result

You need

16 tbsp

for 1 cups

1 cups = 16 tbsp

Cooking Tips

For quick swaps, remember: 1 cup = 16 tbsp and 1 tbsp = 3 tsp

Quick Facts

Use this when a recipe calls for one unit and your tools are labeled in another

How Cooking Converter Works

Enter an amount, pick the unit you have, then choose the unit your recipe needs.

  • 1 cup = 237 ml = 8 fl oz
  • 1 cup = 16 tbsp
  • 1 tbsp = 3 tsp
  • Supports fractions like 1/4 and mixed numbers like 1 1/2

Last updated: February 2026

Cooking Converter FAQ

How many tablespoons are in 1/4 cup?

1/4 cup equals 4 tablespoons.

Can I enter fractions?

Yes. You can enter values like 1/4, 1/2, and 1 1/2.

Does this use volume or weight?

This converter is focused on kitchen volume units (cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, milliliters, and fluid ounces).

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