🍳 Recipe Converter
Scale recipes up or down to make more or fewer servings. Convert ingredient amounts proportionally.
Enter ingredients with amounts. Supports whole numbers, decimals, and fractions (e.g., 1/2, 1 1/4).
How to Use This Converter
Enter original serving size
Input how many servings the original recipe makes (e.g., 4, 6, 8).
Enter desired serving size
Input how many servings you want to make (e.g., 8, 12, 2).
List ingredients with amounts
Enter each ingredient on a new line with its amount. Include units (cups, tablespoons, etc.).
Convert and review
Click "Convert Recipe" to see the scaled ingredient amounts. All amounts are proportionally adjusted.
Formula
Conversion Ratio = New Servings ÷ Original Servings
New Amount = Original Amount × Conversion Ratio
Each ingredient amount is multiplied by the conversion ratio to maintain the same proportions.
Example
Original recipe: 4 servings with 2 cups flour. To make 8 servings: 2 cups × (8 ÷ 4) = 2 cups × 2 = 4 cups flour.
Full Description
This recipe converter helps you scale recipes to different serving sizes. Whether you're cooking for a larger group, making a smaller batch, or adjusting a recipe to fit your needs, this tool automatically calculates the correct ingredient amounts.
The converter uses proportional scaling, meaning all ingredients are multiplied by the same ratio. This ensures that the recipe maintains its original flavor and texture, just in a different quantity. The tool handles whole numbers, decimals, and fractions, making it easy to work with any recipe format.
Ideal for
- Home cooks: Adjust family recipes to feed more or fewer people.
- Bakers: Scale baking recipes for different pan sizes or batch quantities.
- Meal prep: Convert recipes to make larger batches for weekly meal preparation.
- Party planning: Scale up recipes to serve large groups.
- Diet adjustments: Scale down recipes for smaller households or individual portions.
Key Features
- ✅ Proportional scaling of all ingredients
- ✅ Supports whole numbers, decimals, and fractions
- ✅ Maintains recipe proportions and ratios
- ✅ Easy-to-read converted recipe format
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work for all types of recipes?
Yes, the converter works for any recipe. However, note that some ingredients (like spices) might need slight adjustments based on taste rather than strict mathematical scaling.
What about baking recipes?
Baking recipes can be scaled, but be aware that very large or very small batches might require adjustments to baking time and temperature. The converter handles the ingredient amounts correctly.
Can I convert recipes with mixed units?
Yes, you can enter ingredients with any units (cups, tablespoons, grams, etc.). The converter scales the numerical amounts while preserving the units.
How accurate are the conversions?
The conversions are mathematically accurate. However, for best results, round to practical measurements (e.g., 1.33 cups might be better as 1 1/3 cups).
What if an ingredient doesn't have a number?
Ingredients without numerical amounts (like "salt to taste" or "a pinch of") are left unchanged, as they're typically adjusted by taste rather than strict measurement.
Can I scale down to very small amounts?
Yes, but be aware that very small amounts (like 1/8 teaspoon) can be difficult to measure accurately. Consider rounding to the nearest practical measurement.