How to convert quarts to cups
Formula: cup = qt × 4
Worked example: 2 qt → 2 × 4 = 8 cup
Quarts to cups conversion chart
| Quarts (qt) | Cups (cup) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 qt | 2 cup |
| 1 qt | 4 cup |
| 1.5 qt | 6 cup |
| 2 qt | 8 cup |
| 3 qt | 12 cup |
| 4 qt | 16 cup |
| 5 qt | 20 cup |
| 6 qt | 24 cup |
| 8 qt | 32 cup |
| 10 qt | 40 cup |
What is a quart?
The US liquid quart is a quarter of a gallon: 2 pints, 4 cups or 32 fluid ounces, about 946 ml. Motor oil, milk, stock and slow cooker capacities are commonly given in quarts.
What is a cup?
The US customary cup holds 8 fluid ounces, about 236.6 ml. Nutrition labels use a rounded 240 ml cup, and Canada and Australia use a 250 ml metric cup. In baking, measure dry ingredients level, or better, weigh them.