How Much Is 1 Cup of Sour Cream in Ounces?
1 cup of sour cream weighs 8.11 oz. This is based on sour cream having a density of 230g per cup. Because cups measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 cup.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of sour cream
- 1 cup of sour cream = 230g
- 1 × 230 = 230g
- Convert grams to ounces: 230 ÷ 28.3495 = 8.11 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh sour cream on a kitchen scale rather than measuring by volume.
Sour Cream at Different Amounts
How sour cream scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of sour cream (230g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).
Other Amounts of Sour Cream
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 2.03 oz | 2.14 oz | 2.44 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 2.68 oz | 2.83 oz | 3.22 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 4.06 oz | 4.29 oz | 4.87 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 6.08 oz | 6.43 oz | 7.31 oz |
| 1 cup | 8.11 oz | 8.57 oz | 9.74 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 12.17 oz | 12.86 oz | 14.62 oz |
| 2 cups | 16.23 oz | 17.15 oz | 19.49 oz |
| 3 cups | 24.34 oz | 25.72 oz | 29.23 oz |
| 4 cups | 32.45 oz | 34.29 oz | 38.97 oz |
| 5 cups | 40.57 oz | 42.86 oz | 48.72 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?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.