Liters to Cups Converter
Liters measure liquids in metric kitchens, but American recipes think in cups — and the two meet every time a European cook opens a US cookbook. Converting liters to cups scales soups, stocks, and batters: 2 liters of stock is about 8.45 cups. One liter equals 4.22675 US cups — multiply liters by 4.22675. This page uses US cups (236.588 mL). The converter above works instantly both ways, the table covers typical recipe volumes, and the FAQs sort out US cups versus metric cups.
Liters to Cups Calculator
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Quick Reference Table
| Liters (L) | Cups (cups) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 4.2268 |
| 2 | 8.4535 |
| 3 | 12.6803 |
| 4 | 16.907 |
| 5 | 21.1338 |
| 6 | 25.3605 |
| 7 | 29.5873 |
| 8 | 33.814 |
| 9 | 38.0408 |
| 10 | 42.2675 |
| 5 | 21.1338 |
| 10 | 42.2675 |
| 20 | 84.5351 |
| 50 | 211.3376 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups are in 2 liters?
2 liters = 8.4535 cups. Just apply the conversion to any value with the converter above.
What is the formula to convert liters to cups?
To convert liters to cups, multiply the number of liters by 4.22675. In short: 1 L = 4.22675 cups (US).
How many cups are in 2 liters of stock?
2 L equals 8.4535 US cups — a big batch of soup. Multiply 2 × 4.2267528377 = 8.45351 cups. Enter 2 in the converter to verify.
How do I convert cups back to liters?
Simply reverse the math: to go from cups to liters, divide the cups by 4.226753.