How Much Is 1.74 Cups of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) in Ounces?
1.74 cups of kosher salt (diamond crystal) equals 8.84 oz. Kosher salt (diamond crystal) has a density of 144g per cup (144g per cup), which means it's moderate weight compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1.74 cups of honey would be 20.87 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.74 cups of kosher salt (diamond crystal)
- 1 cup of kosher salt (diamond crystal) = 144g
- 1.74 × 144 = 250.56g
- Convert grams to ounces: 250.56 ÷ 28.3495 = 8.84 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Always check which salt brand your recipe specifies. Substituting one for another by volume can double or halve the salt content.
Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (diamond crystal) scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1.74 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.74 cups of kosher salt (diamond crystal) (250.56g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal)
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.27 oz | 1.34 oz | 1.53 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 1.68 oz | 1.77 oz | 2.01 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 2.54 oz | 2.68 oz | 3.05 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 3.81 oz | 4.03 oz | 4.58 oz |
| 1 cup | 5.08 oz | 5.37 oz | 6.10 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 7.62 oz | 8.05 oz | 9.15 oz |
| 1.74 cups | 8.84 oz | 9.34 oz | 10.61 oz |
| 2 cups | 10.16 oz | 10.73 oz | 12.20 oz |
| 3 cups | 15.24 oz | 16.10 oz | 18.30 oz |
| 4 cups | 20.32 oz | 21.47 oz | 24.40 oz |
| 5 cups | 25.40 oz | 26.84 oz | 30.50 oz |
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 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.