How Much Is 5 Cups of Yogurt in Pounds?
5 cups of yogurt weighs 2.70 lb. This is based on yogurt having a density of 245g per cup. Because cups measure volume and pounds measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 5 cups.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 cups of yogurt
- 1 cup of yogurt = 245g
- 5 × 245 = 1,225g
- Convert grams to pounds: 1,225 ÷ 453.592 = 2.70 lb
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.
Yogurt at Different Amounts
How yogurt scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (5 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 cups of yogurt (1,225g) is close in weight to a bottle of wine (1,200g).
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?
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 Pound?
A pound (lb) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 453.592 grams or 16 ounces. It is used for larger quantities of ingredients like flour, sugar, and meat.