ML to Cups Converter
Convert milliliters (mL) to cups instantly. Fast, accurate converter for baking, cooking, and recipe measurements.
Used in recipes and medicine
Standard recipe measurement
Quick Conversion Formulas
Common Volume Reference Points
Measuring Cup
240 mL / 1 cup / 8 fl oz
Water Bottle
500 mL / 16.9 fl oz
Gallon of Milk
3.78 L / 1 gal / 16 cups
Tablespoon
15 mL / 3 tsp / 0.5 fl oz
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
Cooking conversions are general guidelines and may vary based on ingredients and methods. Results should not be relied upon for professional culinary work or situations where precise measurements are critical. When following recipes, always refer to the original measurements provided by the recipe author for best results.
Conversion History
No conversion history yet
Your recent conversions will appear here
Need More Tools?
For calculations and conversions beyond recipe conversions, try PresentForge - Build stunning presentations with AI assistance.
ML to Cups Formula
cups = milliliters ÷ 240
How to convert milliliters to cups:
- Take the number of milliliters you want to convert
- Divide by 240 (the conversion factor for US cups)
- The result is the volume in cups
Example:
Convert 500 mL to cups:
cups = 500 ÷ 240 = 2.08 cups
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
Cooking conversions are general guidelines and may vary based on ingredients and methods. Results should not be relied upon for professional culinary work or situations where precise measurements are critical. When following recipes, always refer to the original measurements provided by the recipe author for best results.
ML to Cups Conversion Table
| Milliliters (mL) | Cups | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| 60 mL | 1/4 cup | Small liquid measure |
| 80 mL | 1/3 cup | Small recipe amount |
| 120 mL | 1/2 cup | Half cup measurement |
| 240 mL | 1 cup | Standard cup |
| 360 mL | 1.5 cups | Recipe scaling |
| 480 mL | 2 cups | Pint equivalent |
| 500 mL | 2.08 cups | Common bottle size |
| 720 mL | 3 cups | Large recipe amount |
| 960 mL | 4 cups | Quart equivalent |
| 1000 mL | 4.17 cups | 1 liter |
Understanding Milliliters and Cups
The Milliliter (mL)
The milliliter is a metric unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a liter. It's the standard unit for small liquid measurements in recipes and medicine worldwide.
Common uses for milliliters:
- Precise recipe measurements
- Medicine dosages
- Small beverage containers
- Scientific and laboratory work
The Cup
The US cup is a volume unit commonly used in cooking and baking. One US cup equals 240 mL, making it a convenient measurement for recipes.
Common uses for cups:
- Baking measurements (flour, sugar)
- Liquid ingredients in recipes
- Portion control
- US cookbook measurements
Important note: This converter uses US cups (240 mL). UK/metric cups are 250 mL. Always check which cup measurement your recipe uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups in 500 mL?
500 mL equals approximately 2.08 cups (500 ÷ 240 = 2.08). This is slightly more than 2 cups, which is useful for recipe conversions.
How many mL in a cup?
1 US cup equals 240 mL. This is the standard conversion used in American recipes and cooking measurements.
Is 250 mL equal to 1 cup?
250 mL is close to 1 US cup but slightly more (1.04 cups). In metric recipes, 250 mL is often used as a "metric cup," but US cups are 240 mL.
How to convert mL to cups for baking?
Divide the milliliters by 240. For example, 360 mL of milk = 360 ÷ 240 = 1.5 cups. This helps when following recipes with different measurement systems.
How many cups in 1000 mL?
1000 mL (1 liter) equals 4.17 cups (1000 ÷ 240 = 4.17). This is just over 4 cups, useful for large recipe quantities.