How Much Is 2 Cups of Yogurt in Pounds?
2 cups of yogurt equals 1.08 lb. Yogurt has a density of 245g per cup (245g per cup), which means it's relatively heavy compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2 cups of all-purpose flour would be 0.55 lb.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 cups of yogurt
- 1 cup of yogurt = 245g
- 2 × 245 = 490g
- Convert grams to pounds: 490 ÷ 453.592 = 1.08 lb
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 yogurt on a kitchen scale rather than measuring by volume.
Yogurt at Different Amounts
How yogurt scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (2 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 cups of yogurt (490g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).
Other Amounts of Yogurt
| Cups | US Pounds | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 0.14 lb | 0.14 lb | 0.16 lb |
| 0.33 cups | 0.18 lb | 0.19 lb | 0.21 lb |
| 0.5 cups | 0.27 lb | 0.29 lb | 0.32 lb |
| 0.75 cups | 0.41 lb | 0.43 lb | 0.49 lb |
| 1 cup | 0.54 lb | 0.57 lb | 0.65 lb |
| 1.5 cups | 0.81 lb | 0.86 lb | 0.97 lb |
| 2 cups | 1.08 lb | 1.14 lb | 1.30 lb |
| 3 cups | 1.62 lb | 1.71 lb | 1.95 lb |
| 4 cups | 2.16 lb | 2.28 lb | 2.59 lb |
| 5 cups | 2.70 lb | 2.85 lb | 3.24 lb |
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 a Pound?
Pounds are the standard weight unit for buying ingredients in the US. A standard bag of flour is 5 pounds (2,268g) and a standard bag of sugar is 4 pounds (1,814g).