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How Much Is 0.21 Cups of Olive Oil in Grams?

Converting 0.21 cups of olive oil to grams gives 45.36 g. One cup of olive oil weighs 216g, so 0.21 cups is 0.21 × 216 = 45.36g. This conversion is specific to olive oil because each ingredient has a different density.

0.21 cups of olive oil
=
45.36g
Result using all cup standards info
45.36 g (US) 47.93 g (Metric Cup) 54.48 g (Imperial Cup)
0.21 cups of olive oil is also
45.36

Formula and Step-by-Step

cups × 216g/cup = grams
  1. Start with 0.21 cups of olive oil
  2. 1 cup of olive oil = 216g
  3. 0.21 × 216 = 45.36g

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

For liquids, place your measuring cup on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.

Olive Oil at Different Amounts

How olive oil scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (0.21 cups) is highlighted.

0.21 cups45.36 g0.25 cups54 g0.33 cups71.28 g0.5 cups108 g0.75 cups162 g1 cup216 g1.5 cups324 g2 cups432 g

For reference, 0.21 cups of olive oil (45.36g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).

Other Amounts of Olive Oil

Cups US Grams Metric Cup Imperial Cup
0.21 cups 45.36 g 47.93 g 54.48 g
0.25 cups 54.00 g 57.06 g 64.85 g
0.33 cups 71.28 g 75.32 g 85.60 g
0.5 cups 108.00 g 114.12 g 129.70 g
0.75 cups 162.00 g 171.18 g 194.55 g
1 cup 216.00 g 228.24 g 259.41 g
1.5 cups 324.00 g 342.37 g 389.11 g
2 cups 432.00 g 456.49 g 518.81 g
3 cups 648.00 g 684.73 g 778.22 g
4 cups 864.00 g 912.98 g 1,037.62 g
5 cups 1,080.00 g 1,141.22 g 1,297.03 g

Understanding the Units

What is a Cup?

A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.

What is a Gram?

A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 45.36 g, based on olive oil having a density of 216g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of cups by 216 (grams per cup for olive oil). For 0.21 cups: 0.21 × 216 = 45.36 g.
For the most accurate results, weigh olive oil on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, use a liquid measuring cup on a flat surface and read the level at eye height.
Temperature has a minimal effect on most cooking liquids. The density of olive oil changes slightly with temperature, but the difference is usually less than 1-2% between refrigerator and room temperature. This conversion assumes room temperature.
Reverse the conversion: 45.36 g ÷ 216 = 0.21 cups. Or use the Grams to Cups converter.