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Shop scales ↗Also known as curd, dahi, दही, plain yogurt, natural yogurt, set yogurt.
Unstrained whole-milk yogurt — what most of the world simply calls 'yogurt' and what Indian recipes call 'curd' or 'dahi'. Distinct from Greek yogurt, which is yogurt strained to remove whey.
Also Called
curddahiदहीplain yogurtnatural yogurtset yogurt
Properties
Density Index
1.03 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
245g
Texture
Liquid (thick)
Category
Dairy
Top Substitute
Greek Yogurt + Water
Use 3/4 cup Greek yogurt + 1/4 cup water per 1 cup plain yogurt
Thin Greek yogurt to match plain consistency. Lower acidity than true dahi.
Most-used links for Yogurt (plain)
Conversion
Yogurt (plain) cups to grams
1 cup = 245g
Conversion
Yogurt (plain) grams to cups
Reverse the most common baking lookup.
Conversion
Yogurt (plain) tablespoons to grams
Useful for small-batch adjustments and spoon measures.
Best Substitute
Greek Yogurt + Water
Use 3/4 cup Greek yogurt + 1/4 cup water per 1 cup plain yogurt for the closest starting point.
Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 61.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 81.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 123 grams |
| 1 cups | 245 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 368 grams |
| 2 cups | 490 grams |
| 3 cups | 735 grams |
| 4 cups | 980 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 1.03 g/ml
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Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking
1 cups of Yogurt (plain) equals 244 grams
Ingredient-specific · density-based
Cup size
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Substitutions for Yogurt (plain)
Greek Yogurt + Water
excellent3/4 cup Greek yogurt + 1/4 cup water per 1 cup plain yogurt
Thin Greek yogurt to match plain consistency. Lower acidity than true dahi.
Thin Greek yogurt to match plain consistency. Lower acidity than true dahi.
Buttermilk
excellent1:1
Same acidity profile. Thinner — fine for batters, not for raita or marinades.
Same acidity profile. Thinner — fine for batters, not for raita or marinades.
Sour Cream + Water
good3/4 cup sour cream + 1/4 cup water
Higher fat content; richer texture. Works in batter but not in dishes wanting yogurt's tang.
Higher fat content; richer texture. Works in batter but not in dishes wanting yogurt's tang.
Storage Tips
Refrigerate. Use by date plus 1-2 weeks; sour flavour deepens over time but stays safe.
Baking Science
About 88% water, 3.5% fat, 3.5% protein — thinner and more acidic than Greek. Works as a leavening activator with baking soda thanks to lactic acid. Substitute 1:1 for buttermilk in most recipes.
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 yogurt (plain) = 245g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 230g-260g 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 yogurt (plain)?
1 cup of yogurt (plain) weighs 245 grams.
What can I substitute for yogurt (plain)?
Greek Yogurt + Water (3/4 cup Greek yogurt + 1/4 cup water per 1 cup plain yogurt), Buttermilk (1:1), Sour Cream + Water (3/4 cup sour cream + 1/4 cup water)
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Reference
See yogurt (plain) in the full measurement table
Cup, tablespoon, and teaspoon weights for all ingredients, sourced and cross-checked.