1 BR cup (xícara)
170g
1 US cup
167g
1 tbsp
10.6g
1 tsp
3.54g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
167 g
BR Cup (xícara)
0,98 xíc.
US Cup
1 cup
Tablespoon
15,7 tbsp
Teaspoon
47,2 tsp
BR Shot Glass
1,24 copo am.
BR Cream Jar
0,94 copo req.
Fluid oz
7,98 fl oz
Ounces
5,9 oz
Pounds
0,37 lb
Chocolate Chips — conversion table
All values for level/unsifted measures · 1 BR cup (xícara) = 240ml · 1 US cup = 236ml · 1 tbsp = 15ml
| Qty | BR Cup (xícara) | US Cup | Tbsp | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ | 0,25 | 0,25 | 4 | 42,5g | 1,5 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 56,7g | 2 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 85g | 3 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 128g | 4,5 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 170g | 6 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 340g | 12 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of chocolate chips?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of chocolate chips is approximately 167 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 170 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of chocolate chips?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of chocolate chips is approximately 84 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 85 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of chocolate chips is approximately 10.6 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of chocolate chips?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of chocolate chips is approximately 3.54 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for chocolate chips?
The US cup (236ml) holds 167g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 170g — a difference of just 3g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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