How Much Is 1.99 Ounces of Raisins in Cups?
Converting 1.99 ounces of raisins to cups gives 0.39 cups. First convert to grams (1.99 oz = 56.42g), then divide by the density of raisins (145g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.99 ounces of raisins
- Convert ounces to grams: 1.99 × 28.35 = 56.42g
- 1 cup of raisins = 145g
- 56.42g ÷ 145g/cup = 0.39 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Dried fruit weights vary with moisture content. Freshly opened packages weigh more than fruit that has been exposed to air and dried further.
Raisins at Different Amounts
How raisins scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (1.99 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.20 cups | 0.19 cups | 0.16 cups |
| 1.99 ounces | 0.39 cups | 0.37 cups | 0.32 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.39 cups | 0.37 cups | 0.33 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.59 cups | 0.56 cups | 0.49 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.78 cups | 0.74 cups | 0.65 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.98 cups | 0.93 cups | 0.81 cups |
| 6 ounces | 1.17 cups | 1.11 cups | 0.98 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.56 cups | 1.48 cups | 1.30 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.96 cups | 1.85 cups | 1.63 cups |
| 12 ounces | 2.35 cups | 2.22 cups | 1.95 cups |
| 16 ounces | 3.13 cups | 2.96 cups | 2.60 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.