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Dairy & FatsClarified butter, simmered long enough to brown the milk solids before straining. Nutty, intense, shelf-stable.
Properties
Density Index
0.91 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
218g
Texture
Liquid fat
Category
Dairy
Top Substitute
Clarified Butter
Use 1:1
Less browned but the same fat profile.
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Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 55.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 72.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 109 grams |
| 1 cups | 218 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 327 grams |
| 2 cups | 436 grams |
| 3 cups | 654 grams |
| 4 cups | 872 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.91 g/ml
Quick Convert
Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking
1 cups of Ghee equals 215 grams
Ingredient-specific · density-based
Cup size
Based on us cup (236.6 ml) · density data from baking references and our own measurements.Recommended Tools & Pantry Picks for Ghee
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Substitutions for Ghee
Clarified Butter
excellent1:1
Less browned but the same fat profile.
Less browned but the same fat profile.
Butter
good1:1, expect splatter
Water content means it pops when heated. Lower smoke point.
Water content means it pops when heated. Lower smoke point.
Coconut Oil
good1:1
Plant-based with a similar high smoke point. Different flavour.
Plant-based with a similar high smoke point. Different flavour.
Storage Tips
Airtight jar at room temperature for 3 months, refrigerated for a year.
Baking Science
Removing water and milk solids raises the smoke point to 250°C — high enough for searing and deep-frying. Without milk solids it behaves like a flavoured oil in baking, not like butter.
Recipe Context
For laminated dough: temperature and exact fat mass impact layer definition.
For creaming methods: weight keeps butter-to-sugar balance stable.
For custards: tight dairy ratios reduce curdling risk.
Common Pitfalls
- Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
- Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
- Butter and dairy temperature affects emulsion stability and spread.
Brand Variance & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup ghee = 218g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 205g-231g per cup (6% band).
Why this happens: temperature and fat phase (solid vs softened vs melted) change effective volume.
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).Common Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of ghee?
1 cup of ghee weighs 218 grams.
What can I substitute for ghee?
Clarified Butter (1:1), Butter (1:1, expect splatter), Coconut Oil (1:1)