120 Grams of Sour Cream to Cups
Ingredient
Sour Cream
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.50 (½)
- Tablespoons
- 8.0
- Teaspoons
- 24.0
- Milliliters
- 118 ml
120 grams of sour cream = 0.50 cups (½ cup / 8.0 tablespoons)
Sour Cream has a density of approximately 240g per cup. Full-fat. Light or low-fat versions can run 10-15g lighter per cup. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100g | 0.42 | ⅜ | 6.7 |
| 110g | 0.46 | ½ | 7.3 |
| 120g | 0.50 | ½ | 8.0 |
| 125g | 0.52 | ½ | 8.3 |
| 130g | 0.54 | ½ | 8.7 |
Bakers reach for sour cream in amounts like this for everyday recipes — scaling a batch up, adjusting a single serving, or matching a recipe written in grams. Measuring by weight keeps the result consistent no matter who's in the kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 120 grams of sour cream in cups?+
120 grams of sour cream is 0.50 cups (½ cup), or 8.0 tablespoons.
How do I measure 120 grams of sour cream without a scale?+
Use ½ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 8.0 tablespoons instead.