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Shortening, Household, Lard And Vegetable Oil: Grams to Cups Conversion

Grams to cups for Shortening, Household, Lard And Vegetable Oil is approximate — density is heterogeneous and a cup's contents depend on how the material settles.

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  • US cup = 236.588 mL
  • 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
  • 1 tsp = 4.929 mL

Reference table

gCups
500.2
1000.5
1500.7
2001.0
2501.2

FAQ

Why is grams-to-cups approximate for Shortening, Household, Lard And Vegetable Oil?
Because density is heterogeneous — a cup's contents drift with packing. The table uses a loose, unpacked measure, so real cups may read slightly smaller.
When should I abandon cups and weigh Shortening, Household, Lard And Vegetable Oil?
When the recipe specifies grams, or when gram-level accuracy matters for structure, rise, or seasoning balance.

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