How Much Is 2 Cups of Greek Yogurt in Ounces?
Converting 2 cups of greek yogurt to ounces gives 17.28 oz. One cup of greek yogurt weighs 245g, so 2 cups is 2 × 245 = 490g (17.28 oz). This conversion is specific to greek yogurt because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 cups of greek yogurt
- 1 cup of greek yogurt = 245g
- 2 × 245 = 490g
- Convert grams to ounces: 490 ÷ 28.3495 = 17.28 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Thickness varies between brands. Full-fat, low-fat, and non-fat versions can have slightly different weights per measuring cup.
Greek Yogurt at Different Amounts
How greek yogurt scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (2 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 cups of greek yogurt (490g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).
Other Amounts of Greek Yogurt
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 2.16 oz | 2.28 oz | 2.59 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 2.85 oz | 3.01 oz | 3.42 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 4.32 oz | 4.57 oz | 5.19 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 6.48 oz | 6.85 oz | 7.78 oz |
| 1 cup | 8.64 oz | 9.13 oz | 10.38 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 12.96 oz | 13.70 oz | 15.57 oz |
| 2 cups | 17.28 oz | 18.26 oz | 20.76 oz |
| 3 cups | 25.93 oz | 27.40 oz | 31.14 oz |
| 4 cups | 34.57 oz | 36.53 oz | 41.52 oz |
| 5 cups | 43.21 oz | 45.66 oz | 51.89 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
There are three cup standards used worldwide. The US cup (236.588 ml) is used in American recipes. The metric cup (250 ml) is standard in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of Asia. The imperial cup (284.131 ml) appears in older British and Canadian recipes. A metric cup holds about 5.7% more than a US cup, while an imperial cup holds about 20% more. Using the wrong standard can noticeably affect a recipe.
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.