Batch Scaling Around 120g Vegetable / Canola Oil
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ¼ cup + 1 ¼ tsp | 65.1 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 120g (4.23 oz) | ½ cup + 2 ½ tsp | 130.2 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 180g (6.35 oz) | ¾ cup + 1 tbsp + ¾ tsp | 195.3 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 240g (8.47 oz) | 1 cup + 1 tbsp + 1 ¾ tsp | 260.5 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 360g (12.7 oz) | 1 ⅔ cups | 390.7 mL |
Measuring 120g of Vegetable / Canola Oil in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of vegetable / canola oil weighs 218g when measured poured liquid, 120 Grams (120g) translates to 0.55 US cups (½ cup + 2 ½ tsp). By contrast, using the 100% pure canola oil measure (218g/cup — an identical per-cup density), 120g occupies ½ cup + 2 ½ tsp (0.55 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure ½ cup + 2 ½ tsp (8.81 tablespoons total) using poured liquid technique. Pour into liquid measure or tare container on kitchen scale. Neutral oils maintain uniform 0.92 g/mL density across room temperatures.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #172336 & Crisco pure vegetable oil technical data
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 120 grams of vegetable / canola oil? ▾
120 grams of vegetable / canola oil (poured liquid, 218g per US cup) equals ½ cup + 2 ½ tsp (0.55 US Customary Cups, 0.52 Metric 250 mL cups, or 8.81 tablespoons).
Why do oil-based cakes stay softer than butter cakes when cold? ▾
Vegetable oil remains 100% liquid at refrigerator temperatures, keeping crumb tender, whereas butter fats solidify firm.
Can vegetable oil replace melted butter in baking? ▾
Yes, replace 100g butter with 82g oil plus 18g water or milk to match the fat and moisture balance of real butter.