Grams to Cups: Ricotta
If your recipe is written in cups but your scale reads grams — or the other way round — this page solves the conversion for ricotta. One cup of ricotta weighs about 246 grams, which works out to a density of 1.04 g/ml. From there, half a cup is roughly 123 g, a quarter cup about 62 g, and one tablespoon about 15 g.
Converting between weight and volume depends on density, and density is specific to each ingredient: a cup of ricotta does not weigh the same as a cup of flour or sugar. That is why this tool uses the measured density of ricotta, taken from the USDA FoodData Central database, rather than a one-size-fits-all figure.
Cooking measurement converter — Ricotta
Result
0.407 cups
Common measures — Ricotta
| Measure | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 246 g |
| ¾ cup | 185 g |
| ½ cup | 123 g |
| ⅓ cup | 82 g |
| ¼ cup | 62 g |
| 1 tbsp | 15 g |
| 1 tsp | 5.1 g |
Data source: USDA FoodData Central
How to measure ricotta accurately
Measure ricotta in a clear liquid measuring cup on a flat surface and read the line at eye level; looking from above is misleading because of surface tension. For solid fats like butter, use the markings on the wrapper or the water-displacement method.
When you need maximum accuracy, weigh the liquid in grams — a scale is more exact than any cup.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams are in a cup of ricotta?
One cup of ricotta weighs about 246 grams. Half a cup is roughly 123 grams and a quarter cup about 62 grams.
How many cups is 100 grams of ricotta?
100 grams of ricotta is about 0.41 cups. Use the calculator above for any other amount.
Where does this value come from?
From the ingredient's measured density (1.04 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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