Grams to Cups: Grated Parmesan
If your recipe is written in cups but your scale reads grams — or the other way round — this page solves the conversion for grated parmesan. One cup of grated parmesan weighs about 100 grams, which works out to a density of 0.42 g/ml. From there, half a cup is roughly 50 g, a quarter cup about 25 g, and one tablespoon about 6 g.
Converting between weight and volume depends on density, and density is specific to each ingredient: a cup of grated parmesan does not weigh the same as a cup of flour or sugar. That is why this tool uses the measured density of grated parmesan, taken from the USDA FoodData Central database, rather than a one-size-fits-all figure.
Cooking measurement converter — Grated Parmesan
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Common measures — Grated Parmesan
| Measure | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 100 g |
| ¾ cup | 75 g |
| ½ cup | 50 g |
| ⅓ cup | 33 g |
| ¼ cup | 25 g |
| 1 tbsp | 6.3 g |
| 1 tsp | 2.1 g |
Data source: USDA FoodData Central
How to measure grated parmesan accurately
For grated parmesan, spoon it into the cup and level it off; do not shake or tap the cup, which settles the contents and changes the weight. Weighing in grams is still the most reliable method when the amount matters.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams are in a cup of grated parmesan?
One cup of grated parmesan weighs about 100 grams. Half a cup is roughly 50 grams and a quarter cup about 25 grams.
How many cups is 100 grams of grated parmesan?
100 grams of grated parmesan is about 1.00 cups. Use the calculator above for any other amount.
Where does this value come from?
From the ingredient's measured density (0.42 g/ml), referenced to the USDA FoodData Central database. Bear in mind the real weight can vary slightly with brand and moisture.
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