Ghee: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Ghee is clarified butter with all water and milk solids removed, resulting in a density of 0.91 g/mL at room temperature. Unlike butter, ghee is liquid at temperatures above 28°C, so its density varies significantly between solid and liquid states. At room temperature 1 cup ghee weighs about 215g; slightly warm, it pours and is closer to 220g. Always measure ghee by weight for baking.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 0.3 | 54 |
| 0.5 | 108 |
| 0.8 | 161 |
| 1.0 | 215 |
| 1.5 | 323 |
| 2.0 | 431 |
| 2.5 | 538 |
| 3.0 | 646 |
| 3.5 | 754 |
| 4.0 | 861 |
| 4.5 | 969 |
High smoke-point fat (250°C/482°F) ideal for sautéing, frying, curries, and high-heat cooking. Also used in Ayurvedic cooking and as a butter substitute in baking.
Ghee is lactose-free and casein-free, making it suitable for most dairy-intolerant people. 1 tbsp ghee = ~14g at room temperature.
FAQ
- Can I substitute ghee for butter in baking?
- Yes, 1:1 by weight. Since ghee has no water (butter is ~18% water), your baked goods may be slightly crispier or richer. Reduce ghee by 20% if you want to compensate for the missing water content.
- How do I measure ghee accurately?
- Always by weight. Ghee transitions from solid to liquid near room temperature, so volume measurements vary by up to 10%. Melt if solid, then weigh.