Grams to mL Converter [Cooking Calculator + Charts]
Quick Answer
How many mL are in a gram?
1 mL equals 1 g when measuring pure water. Every ingredient has a different density, which results in various conversion amounts.
Baking and cooking should be straightforward, but when it comes to converting measurements, things can get a little messy. What are you supposed to do if your recipe calls for 20 g of olive oil or 26 mL of milk? Use our grams to mL converter or one of our cooking charts below to elevate your baking skills and tackle your next recipe.
How to convert grams to milliliters
You convert grams to milliliters by dividing the weight of the ingredient by the number of grams. Milliliters are a unit of volume, whereas grams are a unit of weight. While the conversion factors are different units, you can convert them if you have the density of the ingredients.
Example: You want to convert 6 grams of milk to mL, which has a density of 1.04 grams. Using our formula, you would get 5.8 mL, rounding up to 6 mL. |
Calculating the ingredient density
The first step of converting grams to mL is to find the ingredient density by dividing the ingredient's mass by its volume. Thankfully, you don’t need to memorize a lengthy list of ingredient densities — use this ingredient weight chart to help you convert mL to grams and vice versa.
Grams to mL conversion chart
Water, milk, oil, flour and sugar are some of the most common ingredients you’ll need when baking. Check out our grams to mL conversion chart below to estimate your measurements.
Grams to milliliters FAQ
Still have questions about grams to mL conversions? We’ve answered some commonly asked questions to convert mL to grams (and vice versa) like a pro.
What is a gram?
A gram is a unit of measure that equals one-thousandth of a kilogram. Grams are a unit of weight frequently used in baking and cooking.
What is a milliliter?
A milliliter is a unit of measure that equals one-thousandth of a liter. Milliliters are a unit of volume often used for measuring liquids and gases.
Is 1 g equal to 1 mL?
1 g is equal to 1 mL if you’re measuring pure water. The exact measurement will vary depending on the ingredient’s density.
How is a gram related to mL?
Grams and milliliters are both metric units of measure, though a gram is a measure of weight while a mL is a measure of volume. It’s important to know how to convert the two units to ensure you have the correct amounts.
Additional cooking conversion resources
Use one of our additional cooking conversion resources to make things even easier:
- Grams to cups converter
- Cooking measurement conversion
- Oven temperature conversion chart
- Serving size calculator
- Cooking time calculator
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Cady Cohen
Author
Cady Cohen is a culinary writer at Instacart who empowers home cooks to navigate the exciting world of food with confidence. She has worked in digital media for over seven years covering food, health, and wellness. From handy conversion charts and recipe calculators to in-depth cooking guides, Cady's work makes grocery shopping a breeze and empowers you to make informed choices about what you put on your plate.
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Heather Matley is an editor at Instacart whose passion for food and cooking has inspired her work on everything from grocery guides to recipe development. With over eight years of experience in editing, content creation, and search engine optimization, she strives to empower readers with the most effective tools, guides, and ideas to transform their home cooking.
