Convert milliliters to grams for cooking ingredients. Select your ingredient and get instant, accurate conversions based on density.
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Grams = Milliliters × Density
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Converting milliliters (ml) to grams (g) is essential in cooking and baking, where recipes may use either volume or weight measurements. Since milliliters measure volume (how much space something takes up) and grams measure mass (how heavy something is), the conversion depends on the density of the ingredient.
For water, the conversion is simple: 1 ml = 1 gram. But for other ingredients like honey, oil, or flour, the relationship is different. This is why professional bakers prefer weighing ingredients—it's more accurate than measuring by volume.
Density = Mass ÷ Volume, measured in g/ml. It tells you how much one milliliter of a substance weighs.
1.0
Water (g/ml)
1.42
Honey (g/ml)
0.92
Oil (g/ml)
g = ml × density
Multiply milliliters by density (g/ml) to get grams.
ml = g ÷ density
Divide grams by density (g/ml) to get milliliters.
For water only, 1 ml = 1 gram. This is because water has a density of exactly 1 g/ml at standard conditions. This makes water the perfect reference point for understanding density.
However, for all other ingredients, ml and grams are NOT equal:
These ingredients weigh MORE than water for the same volume:
These ingredients weigh LESS than water for the same volume:
| Ingredient | Density (g/ml) | 100 ml = ? grams | 100 g = ? ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 1.00 | 100 g | 100 ml |
| Milk | 1.03 | 103 g | 97 ml |
| Honey | 1.42 | 142 g | 70 ml |
| Olive Oil | 0.92 | 92 g | 109 ml |
| All-Purpose Flour | 0.53 | 53 g | 189 ml |
| Granulated Sugar | 0.85 | 85 g | 118 ml |
| Butter (melted) | 0.91 | 91 g | 110 ml |
| Maple Syrup | 1.37 | 137 g | 73 ml |
Given: Volume = 250 ml, Density of milk = 1.03 g/ml
Formula: Grams = ml × density
Calculation: 250 × 1.03 = 257.5 grams
Given: Volume = 100 ml, Density of honey = 1.42 g/ml
Formula: Grams = ml × density
Calculation: 100 × 1.42 = 142 grams
Given: Mass = 200 g, Density of olive oil = 0.92 g/ml
Formula: ml = grams ÷ density
Calculation: 200 ÷ 0.92 = 217.4 ml
Weighing ingredients is more precise than measuring by volume. A cup of flour can vary by 30% depending on how it's scooped, but 120 grams is always 120 grams.
Professional bakers use weight measurements because baking is a science. Precise ingredient ratios lead to consistent, delicious results every time.
Many international recipes use metric weights. Understanding ml to grams conversion helps you follow recipes from around the world.
Scaling recipes up or down is much easier with weight measurements. Simply multiply or divide the gram amounts without worrying about cup fractions.
Multiply the volume in milliliters by the density of the ingredient in g/ml. Formula: Grams = ml × density. For water (density 1 g/ml), 100 ml = 100 grams. For honey (density 1.42 g/ml), 100 ml = 142 grams.
Only for water! 1 ml of water equals 1 gram because water has a density of 1 g/ml. For other ingredients, the conversion depends on their density. Honey weighs about 1.42 grams per ml, while oil weighs about 0.92 grams per ml.
100 ml of whole milk weighs approximately 103 grams. Milk has a density of about 1.03 g/ml, which is slightly higher than water due to its fat and protein content.
It depends on the ingredient. For water: 250 ml = 250 g. For milk: 250 ml = 257.5 g. For honey: 250 ml = 355 g. For oil: 250 ml = 230 g. Always use the density of your specific ingredient.
Flour has a low density (about 0.53 g/ml) and can be packed loosely or tightly, causing significant variations in volume measurements. This is why baking recipes often specify flour by weight—1 cup of flour can range from 120-150 grams depending on how it's measured.
Divide the weight in grams by the density of the ingredient. Formula: ml = grams ÷ density. For example, 100 grams of honey (density 1.42 g/ml) = 100 ÷ 1.42 = 70.4 ml.
Yes! This converter works for both liquids and dry ingredients like flour, sugar, and cocoa powder. Just select the correct ingredient to use its density. However, for dry ingredients, weight measurements are generally more reliable than volume.
Oil floats on water because it has a lower density (about 0.92 g/ml compared to water's 1.0 g/ml). This means a given volume of oil weighs less than the same volume of water, causing it to float.
Converting between milliliters and grams is essential for accurate cooking and baking. Remember that 1 ml only equals 1 gram for water—for all other ingredients, you need to account for their density.
Our ml to Grams Converter makes these calculations instant and accurate. Simply select your ingredient, enter the value, and get immediate results. Perfect for following recipes, scaling portions, and achieving consistent cooking results every time!