How many cups in an 18 oz bag of chocolate chips?

You can't directly convert an 18 oz bag of chocolate chips to cups. Here's why:

* Density: Chocolate chips vary in size and density. Smaller chips will take up less space than larger ones.

* Packing: How tightly the chips are packed in the bag will also affect the volume.

To get an approximate idea, you can use these guidelines:

* Standard chocolate chips: Typically, a 12-ounce bag of chocolate chips is about 2 cups.

* Larger chocolate chunks: Larger chunks will likely be closer to 1.5 cups per 12 ounces.

Therefore, an 18 oz bag of chocolate chips will be somewhere between 2.5 and 3 cups, depending on the type of chips and how tightly they are packed.

To be most accurate, it's best to:

1. Measure the chips: Use a measuring cup to scoop the chips directly from the bag for the most precise measurement.

2. Check the packaging: Some bags might provide an estimated volume measurement on the packaging.