Some recipes, particularly older ones, use traditional measurements such as pounds and ounces. If you need to convert these to metric units or American cups, the following chart provides approximate equivalents for various common ingredients.
Important Note: While this chart provides approximate equivalents, it is always best to stick to one measurement system (Imperial, Metric, or American) throughout the recipe for the most accurate results. Converting between systems may lead to slight variations in the final product
Commodity
British Measure
Metric Equivalent (approx.)
American Equivalent
Flour
4 oz.
115 g
1 cup
Cornflour
1 oz.
30 g
4 tablespoons
4 1/2 oz.
130 g
1 cup
Icing sugar (sifted, confectioners)
7 oz.
200 g
1 cup
Soft Brown Sugar
4 oz.
115 g
1/2 cup (firmly packed)
Castor or Granulated Sugar
4 oz.
115 g
1/2 cup
Butter, Margarine, Fat
1 oz.
30 g
2 tablespoons
8 oz.
225 g
1 cup
Stick of Butter
4 oz.
115 g
1/2 cup
Grated Cheese – Cheddar Type
4 oz.
115 g
1 cup
Grated Cheese – Parmesan
8 oz.
225 g
1 cup
Pearl Barley / Tapioca
8 oz.
225 g
1 cup
Semolina / Ground Rice
6 oz.
175 g
1 cup
Fresh Bread or Cake Crumbs
3 oz.
75 g
1 cup
Dried Bread Crumbs
2 oz.
60 g
1 cup
Oatmeal
2 oz.
60 g
1 cup
Carrot – Coarsely Grated
4 oz.
115 g
1 cup
Sweetcorn – Cooked
4 oz.
115 g
1 cup
Celery
4 sticks
1 cup chopped
Tomatoes – Chopped
7 oz.
200 g
1 cup
Apples – Cooking
1 lb.
450 g
3 medium size
Apples – Eating
1 lb.
450 g
4 medium size
Mushrooms – Button
4 oz.
115 g
1 cup
Beetroot
6 medium
1 cup (diced)
Cucumber
1/2 average size
1 cup (diced)
Strawberries – Crushed
6 oz.
175 g
1 cup
Clear Honey / Golden Syrup / Molasses / Black Treacle
12 oz.
350 g
1 cup
Maple Syrup
11 oz.
300 g
1 cup
Jam / Marmalade / Jelly
8 oz.
225 g
1 cup
Currants / Sultanas / Raisins
6 oz.
175 g
1 cup
Candied Peel
4 oz.
115 g
1 cup
Almonds – Shelled
5 oz.
150 g
1 cup
Final Notes
Please note that these conversions are approximate, and using the correct measurement system for the entire recipe is crucial to achieve the best results. Also, always ensure you’re using fresh and properly measured ingredients to maintain the integrity of the recipe.
