mL to Cups Converter
Convert milliliters to US cups for adapting international recipes to American kitchens.
How It Works
Formula: mL to US cup = value ÷ 236.5882365
Example: 250 mL = 1.056688 US cup
Note: 1 US customary cup equals 236.588 milliliters; divide mL by 236.588 to get cups.
Common Uses
Rounding Rule
Rounded to 4 decimal places
Error Margin
±0.01 cup
Precision Guidance
For cooking, round to 2 decimals. For precise baking, keep 3-4 decimals.
Common Mistakes
The US cup (236.59 mL) differs from the metric cup (250 mL) and FDA cup (240 mL). Use the right standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 250 mL in US cups?
250 mL equals 1.0567 US cups using the standard (1 cup = 236.588 mL).
How do I convert mL to cups?
Divide the milliliter value by 236.588. For example, 250 mL ÷ 236.588 = 1.0567 cups.
Is 240 mL one cup?
240 mL is the FDA labeling cup, about 1.014 US customary cups (236.59 mL). They are close but not identical.
Is this the US or metric cup?
This uses the US customary cup (236.59 mL), not the metric cup (250 mL).
Deep Dive Guide
mL to Cups: Convert Metric Volume to US Baking Measures
Convert mL to cups with the exact US formula (1 cup = 236.588 mL). Covers 100 mL, 250 mL, and recipe scaling for everyday American baking.
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Last Updated 2026 | This converter was reviewed for accuracy