Fats, Dairy & Eggs

Vegetable Shortening Measurement Conversion

A solid fat that creates especially flaky pie crusts and tall, tender cookies.

1 Cup
205g
1 Tablespoon
12.8g
1 Teaspoon
4.3g

Full Conversion Chart

VolumeGramsOuncesmL
1 cup205g7.2oz236.6mL
3/4 cup153.8g5.4oz177.4mL
2/3 cup136.7g4.8oz157.7mL
1/2 cup102.5g3.6oz118.3mL
1/3 cup68.3g2.4oz78.9mL
1/4 cup51.3g1.8oz59.1mL
1 tablespoon12.8g0.5oz14.8mL
1 teaspoon4.3g0.2oz4.9mL

Measuring Tips

Pack firmly into the cup, pressing out air pockets, then level off.

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