Convert between ounces and grams with precision. Perfect for cooking, baking, and everyday weight measurements.
Ounces and grams are both units of weight, but they belong to different measurement systems. Ounces are part of the imperial system commonly used in the United States, while grams are part of the metric system used worldwide. Understanding the conversion between these units is essential for cooking, baking, shipping, and many other everyday tasks.
The conversion between ounces and grams is straightforward and universal, regardless of what you're measuring:
Unlike volume conversions (like cups to grams), weight conversions are consistent across all materials because weight is an absolute measurement. Whether you're measuring flour, sugar, or gold, 1 ounce always equals 28.3495 grams.
It's crucial to understand the difference between weight ounces and fluid ounces, as they measure different things:
This calculator converts weight ounces to grams. If you need to convert fluid ounces to milliliters or grams, you'll need to know the density of the specific liquid you're measuring.
Digital scales provide more accurate measurements than measuring cups, especially for baking. Look for scales that can switch between ounces and grams.
Place your bowl or container on the scale and press the tare button to zero it out. This ensures you're only measuring the ingredient, not the container.
Always place your scale on a flat, stable surface for accurate readings. Uneven surfaces can affect the measurement.
For best results, weigh ingredients at room temperature. Temperature changes can slightly affect the weight of some ingredients.
Check your scale's accuracy periodically using a known weight (like a nickel, which weighs exactly 5 grams). Recalibrate if needed.
Professional bakers and serious home bakers prefer weight measurements (ounces or grams) over volume measurements (cups) for several important reasons:
Weight measurements are exact. 100 grams of flour is always 100 grams, but 1 cup of flour can vary by 20-30 grams depending on how it's scooped and packed.
Using weight ensures your baked goods turn out the same every time. This is especially important for recipes that require precise ratios like bread and pastries.
You can add ingredients directly to your mixing bowl on the scale, taring between each addition. No need for multiple measuring cups.
Weight measurements work across all measurement systems. You can easily follow recipes from any country by converting to your preferred unit.