How many grams is 1 tablespoon of cream cheese?

1 tablespoon of cream cheese is 13.8 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 tablespoons is 6.9 grams and 2 tablespoons is 27.6 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact grams reading at any amount.

How many tablespoons of cream cheese is 13.8 grams?

13.8 grams of cream cheese is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between tablespoons and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.

What is 1 tablespoon of cream cheese in ounces?

1 tablespoon of cream cheese is 0.49 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 tablespoons is 0.24 ounces and 2 tablespoons is 0.97 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance.

How do tablespoons and cups compare as units?

Tablespoons and cups are both volume units, so the conversion between them does not vary by ingredient. One metric cup holds about 16.67 tablespoons or 50 teaspoons, and the ratio stays fixed regardless of what you are measuring. The volume converter handles any amount between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres.

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How much is 1 tablespoon of cream cheese?

1 tablespoon of cream cheese (cream cheese spread) is 13.8 grams, about 0.49 ounces. 0.5 tablespoons of cream cheese is 6.9 grams and 2 tablespoons is 27.6 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

A tablespoon here is the 15 ml metric standard, about 16.67 to a metric cup, the same size as a UK tablespoon. A US tablespoon is smaller at 14.79 ml, so US cooks measuring with US spoons need slightly more. An Australian tablespoon is larger at 20 ml, so it holds about a third more. When tablespoon size matters →
One metric tablespoon of cream cheese weighs about 13.8 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 13.6 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 18.4 grams.
A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Cream cheese is a soft, mild fresh cheese made from a mixture of cream and milk, commonly used in baking and cooking. One metric cup (250 ml) of cream cheese weighs approximately 230 grams or 8.11 ounces. It is widely used as a spread, in frosting, cheesecakes, dips, and as a filling in pastries and baked goods.

Cream cheese is often listed by weight in recipes but sold and measured by volume — getting the conversion right ensures the correct texture and richness in frostings, cheesecakes, and fillings. Measuring by grams produces more consistent results than scooping from the tub.

Also known as

cream cheese spread
Philadelphia

Related Cream Cheese Ingredients

Plain yoghurt is much lighter and tangier than cream cheese (258 g vs 230 g per cup). Use it as a 1:1 swap in cheesecakes or frostings only when you want a looser, more pourable result; for piping or thick spreads, cream cheese holds its shape better. See plain yoghurt in tablespoons.

Parmesan is a hard aged cheese that weighs just 100 g per metric cup when grated, far less than cream cheese at 230 g. It adds a sharp, salty bite rather than creaminess, so the two serve different purposes in baking and cooking. See parmesan cheese in tablespoons.

Sour cream is thinner and tangier than cream cheese, with similar fat content but live cultures that give a sharper bite. They are close in weight (250 g vs 230 g per cup), so swap 1:1 in cake batters or dips; for piped frostings, cream cheese holds its shape better. See sour cream in tablespoons.

Crème fraîche has the same weight per cup as cream cheese (230 g each) but a thinner, more pourable texture and a tangier flavour. Swap 1:1 in cold dips and toppings; for cooked sauces, crème fraîche is the safer choice as cream cheese can turn grainy under heat. See crème fraîche in tablespoons.

Mascarpone is richer and smoother than cream cheese, with around 40% fat to cream cheese's 33%. They are close in weight (240 g vs 230 g per cup), so swap 1:1 in tiramisu, frostings, and cheesecakes; expect a softer set and a milder, sweeter flavour with mascarpone. See mascarpone in tablespoons.

Ricotta is grainier and lower in fat than cream cheese (258 g vs 230 g per cup). Swap 1:1 by volume in baked fillings; ricotta carries visible curds, so smooth no-bake fillings need straining or blending first. See ricotta in tablespoons.

Cottage cheese is loose and curdy where cream cheese is dense and smooth (234 g vs 230 g per cup). Blending cottage cheese until smooth lets it stand in for cream cheese in dips and cheesecake batters, with a lighter, less tangy result. See cottage cheese in tablespoons.

Goat's cheese is lighter and tangier than cream cheese (150 g vs 230 g per cup). It works as a swap in tarts, salads, and savoury spreads when a stronger tang is welcome, but cream cheese is the better choice for frostings and cheesecakes. See goat's cheese in tablespoons.

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Common Cream Cheese Conversions

Here are the most common cream cheese conversions from tablespoons to grams.

Tablespoons	Grams
1 tbsp	13.8 g
2 tbsp	27.6 g
3 tbsp	41.4 g
4 tbsp	55.2 g
6 tbsp	82.8 g
8 tbsp	110.4 g
10 tbsp	138 g
12 tbsp	165.6 g
16 tbsp	220.8 g

Cream Cheese Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting cream cheese from Tablespoon to other measurements.

tbsp	cup	grams	ounces	cup(US)	tsp
1 tbsp	0.06 cup	13.8 g	0.49 oz	0.06 cup (US)	3 tsp
2 tbsp	0.12 cup	27.6 g	0.97 oz	0.13 cup (US)	6 tsp
3 tbsp	0.18 cup	41.4 g	1.46 oz	0.19 cup (US)	9 tsp
4 tbsp	0.24 cup	55.2 g	1.95 oz	0.25 cup (US)	12 tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 tablespoon of cream cheese?: 1 tablespoon of cream cheese is 13.8 grams, or 0.49 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 tablespoons of cream cheese is 6.9 grams and 2 tablespoons is 27.6 grams. Whatever unit your recipe uses, enter the amount in the converter above or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common quantities. Open the cream cheese converter
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of cream cheese?: 1 tablespoon of cream cheese is 13.8 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 tablespoons is 6.9 grams and 2 tablespoons is 27.6 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact grams reading at any amount. 1 tablespoon cream cheese in grams
How many tablespoons of cream cheese is 13.8 grams?: 13.8 grams of cream cheese is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between tablespoons and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
What is 1 tablespoon of cream cheese in ounces?: 1 tablespoon of cream cheese is 0.49 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 tablespoons is 0.24 ounces and 2 tablespoons is 0.97 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance. 1 tablespoon cream cheese in ounces
How do tablespoons and cups compare as units?: Tablespoons and cups are both volume units, so the conversion between them does not vary by ingredient. One metric cup holds about 16.67 tablespoons or 50 teaspoons, and the ratio stays fixed regardless of what you are measuring. The volume converter handles any amount between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres. Tablespoons to cups

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