How Many Cups Are in a Pint?
There are 2 cups in 1 US pint. A pint is also 16 fluid ounces — the size of a standard pint of ice cream.
Cups
Pints to cups
| 1/2 pint | 1 cup |
|---|---|
| 1 pint | 2 cups |
| 2 pints (1 quart) | 4 cups |
| 4 pints | 8 cups |
| 8 pints (1 gallon) | 16 cups |
Good to know
A pint of ice cream, a pint of cherry tomatoes, a pint of heavy cream — all 2 cups. It is the most tangible unit in the American kitchen.
A UK pint is 20 imperial fluid ounces (about 2.4 US cups), which is why a British "pint glass" holds noticeably more beer.
Frequently asked questions
Is 1 cup half a pint?
Yes — 1 cup is exactly half a US pint.
How many ounces are in a pint?
A US pint is 16 fluid ounces.
How many pints are in a quart?
There are 2 pints in a quart.
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