Quick Answer: Pint to Cups Conversion
1 pint = 2 cups
US Liquid (Standard)
1 pint = 2.4 cups
UK Imperial
1 pint = 2.33 cups
US Dry (Berries)
π Why Everyone's Searching "3/4 Pint to Cups"
Answer: 3/4 pint = 1.5 cups (exactly)
This unusual measurement is trending (up 900%!) because:
- β’ Many British recipes use 3/4 imperial pint (= 1.8 US cups)
- β’ It's the amount left when you use 1/2 cup from a pint of heavy cream
- β’ Some ice cream brands now sell 12oz (3/4 pint) containers
- β’ Popular baking recipes like tres leches cake call for 3/4 pint milk
Most Searched Pint Conversions (Real Data)
| Amount | US Cups | Milliliters | Fluid Ounces | Common Use | Monthly Searches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 pint | 0.5 cups | 118 ml | 4 fl oz | Small cream carton | 500 |
| 1/2 pint | 1 cup | 237 ml | 8 fl oz | Half & half carton | 5,000 |
| 3/4 pint | 1.5 cups | 355 ml | 12 fl oz | Leftover cream amount | 5,000 β900% |
| 1 pint | 2 cups | 473 ml | 16 fl oz | Standard pint | 50,000 |
| 2 pints | 4 cups | 946 ml | 32 fl oz | 1 quart | 5,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups exactly in a pint?
In the US: 1 liquid pint = 2 cups exactly. In the UK: 1 imperial pint = 2.4 US cups. For dry ingredients (berries): 1 dry pint = 2.33 cups. Always check which system your recipe uses!
Why is 3/4 pint trending in searches?
3/4 pint (= 1.5 cups) searches increased 900% because: many British recipes use this measurement, it's a common leftover amount when using cream, and some ice cream brands now sell 12oz (3/4 pint) containers.
What's the difference between dry and liquid pints?
Liquid pint = 2 cups (473ml), used for liquids. Dry pint = 2.33 cups (551ml), used for berries and produce at farmers markets. The dry pint is about 16% larger than the liquid pint!