How Much Is 2.14 Ounces of Black Beans in Cups?
Converting 2.14 ounces of black beans to cups gives 0.33 cups. First convert to grams (2.14 oz = 60.67g), then divide by the density of black beans (184g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.14 ounces of black beans
- Convert ounces to grams: 2.14 × 28.35 = 60.67g
- 1 cup of black beans = 184g
- 60.67g ÷ 184g/cup = 0.33 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
These conversions are for dry, uncooked black beans. Cooked legumes absorb water and have a completely different weight per cup.
Black Beans at Different Amounts
How black beans scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (2.14 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Black Beans
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.15 cups | 0.15 cups | 0.13 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.31 cups | 0.29 cups | 0.26 cups |
| 2.14 ounces | 0.33 cups | 0.31 cups | 0.27 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.46 cups | 0.44 cups | 0.38 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.62 cups | 0.58 cups | 0.51 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.77 cups | 0.73 cups | 0.64 cups |
| 6 ounces | 0.92 cups | 0.87 cups | 0.77 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.23 cups | 1.17 cups | 1.03 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.54 cups | 1.46 cups | 1.28 cups |
| 12 ounces | 1.85 cups | 1.75 cups | 1.54 cups |
| 16 ounces | 2.47 cups | 2.33 cups | 2.05 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
What is a Cup?
The US cup (236.588 ml) is slightly smaller than the metric cup used in Australia and some other countries (250 ml). When following recipes from different countries, check which cup standard is being used.