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How Much Is 16 Ounces of Buttermilk in Milliliters?

Converting 16 ounces of buttermilk to milliliters gives 438.02 ml. First convert to grams (16 oz = 453.59g), then divide by the density of buttermilk (245g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.

16 ounces of buttermilk
=
438.02ml
Try: 1 ounce = 27.38 ml 2 ounces = 54.75 ml 3 ounces = 82.13 ml 4 ounces = 109.50 ml
Compare: 16 ounces coconut milk = 474.84 ml 16 ounces coconut oil = 492.27 ml 16 ounces condensed milk = 350.70 ml
Convert a different ingredient
16 ounces of buttermilk is also
1.85 cup (cups) 29.62 tbsp (tablespoons) 14.81 fl oz (fluid ounces)
438.02

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 245g/cup × 236.588 = milliliters
  1. Start with 16 ounces of buttermilk
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 16 × 28.35 = 453.59g
  3. 1 cup of buttermilk = 245g
  4. 453.59g ÷ 245g/cup = 1.85 cups × 236.588 = 438.02 milliliters

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.

Buttermilk at Different Amounts

How buttermilk scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (16 ounces) is highlighted.

3 oz82.13 ml4 oz109.50 ml5 oz136.88 ml6 oz164.26 ml8 oz219.01 ml10 oz273.76 ml12 oz328.51 ml16 oz438.02 ml

Other Amounts of Buttermilk

Ounces Milliliters
1 ounce 27.38 ml
2 ounces 54.75 ml
3 ounces 82.13 ml
4 ounces 109.50 ml
5 ounces 136.88 ml
6 ounces 164.26 ml
8 ounces 219.01 ml
10 ounces 273.76 ml
12 ounces 328.51 ml
16 ounces 438.02 ml

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 Milliliter?

A milliliter (ml) is a metric unit of volume equal to 1/1000 of a liter. It is the standard volume measurement for cooking in most countries outside the US. One cup equals approximately 236.588 milliliters.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 438.02 ml, based on buttermilk having a density of 245g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
First convert ounces to grams (1 ounce = 28.3495g), then divide by 245 (grams per cup), then multiply by 236.588 to get milliliters. For 16 ounces: 16 × 28.3495 = 453.59g, then 453.59 ÷ 245 = 1.85 cups × 236.588 = 438.02 ml.
For the most accurate results, weigh buttermilk on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, use a liquid measuring cup on a flat surface and read the level at eye height.
Temperature has a minimal effect on most cooking liquids. The density of buttermilk changes slightly with temperature, but the difference is usually less than 1-2% between refrigerator and room temperature. This conversion assumes room temperature.
Reverse the conversion: 438.02 ml ÷ 236.588 = 1.8514 cups, then 1.8514 × 245g/cup = 453.59g, then 453.59g ÷ 28.3495 = 16 ounces. Or use the Milliliters to Ounces converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026