Batch Scaling Around 120g Cultured Buttermilk
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ¼ cup | 58.7 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 120g (4.23 oz) | ½ cup | 117.3 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 180g (6.35 oz) | ¾ cup | 176 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 240g (8.47 oz) | 1 cup | 234.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 360g (12.7 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 351.9 mL |
Measuring 120g of Cultured Buttermilk in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of cultured buttermilk weighs 242g when measured poured liquid, 120 Grams (120g) translates to 0.50 US cups (½ cup). By contrast, using the vigorously shaken cultured buttermilk measure (242g/cup — an identical per-cup density), 120g occupies ½ cup (0.50 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup (7.93 tablespoons total) using poured liquid technique. Shake container vigorously before pouring to reconstitute settled cultured curds into a creamy fluid.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #171271 & King Arthur standard (242g/cup)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 120 grams of cultured buttermilk? ▾
120 grams of cultured buttermilk (poured liquid, 242g per US cup) equals ½ cup (0.50 US Customary Cups, 0.47 Metric 250 mL cups, or 7.93 tablespoons).
Why does buttermilk produce exceptionally tender baked goods? ▾
Lactic acid weakens gluten networks and reacts vigorously with alkaline baking soda, generating carbon dioxide lift and a soft crumb.
Can you freeze leftover buttermilk for future baking? ▾
Yes, freeze in 1/2-cup portions or ice cube trays; thaw and whisk to blend before mixing into batters.