How many grams is 1 cup of vegetable shortening?
1 cup = 205 g
One level US cup of vegetable shortening weighs 205 g (7.2 oz). A tablespoon is 12.8 g. Per 100 g: 884 calories and 0 g protein.
Your amount
205 g1 cup
1,812Calories
0 gProtein
Conversion chart
| cups | grams | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| ⅛ cup | 25.6 g | 227 | 0 g |
| ¼ cup | 51.3 g | 453 | 0 g |
| ⅓ cup | 68.3 g | 604 | 0 g |
| ½ cup | 103 g | 906 | 0 g |
| ⅔ cup | 137 g | 1,208 | 0 g |
| ¾ cup | 154 g | 1,359 | 0 g |
| 1 cup | 205 g | 1,812 | 0 g |
| 1½ cup | 308 g | 2,718 | 0 g |
| 2 cup | 410 g | 3,624 | 0 g |
| 3 cup | 615 g | 5,437 | 0 g |
| 4 cup | 820 g | 7,249 | 0 g |
How to measure
Measure liquid fats in a liquid measuring cup at eye level. Measure solid fats by weight or by the markings on the wrapper.
Press firmly into a dry measuring cup to remove air pockets, then level.
Common questions
How many grams is 1 cup of vegetable shortening?
1 cup of vegetable shortening = 205 g. Press firmly into a dry measuring cup to remove air pockets, then level.
Is this a level or heaped cup?
Level. Heaped spoons and packed cups can weigh 20 to 30% more.
Why does my package say something different?
Brands grind and pack differently. For baking, a kitchen scale is always more accurate than cups.