Convert Parmesan Cheese from Cup (US) to Grams
How many grams is 1 US cup of parmesan cheese?
1 US cup of parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano) is 96 grams. 2 US cups of parmesan cheese is 192 grams. 1/2 US cup of parmesan cheese is 48 grams. 1/4 US cup (0.25 US cup) of parmesan cheese is 24 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.
- These figures use the US cup (240 ml), so 1 cup is 96 g. A metric cup is slightly larger at 250 ml and holds about 100 g. Use the metric cup converter →
- Cup sizes are not standard worldwide, so the same cup of an ingredient can weigh more or less depending on the country. What is a cup measurement →
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Common Parmesan Cheese Conversions
Here are the most common parmesan cheese conversions from cups (US) to grams.
| Cups (US) | Grams |
|---|---|
| 0.25 cups (US) | 24 g |
| 0.5 cups (US) | 48 g |
| 0.75 cups (US) | 72 g |
| 1 cup (US) | 96 g |
| 1.25 cups (US) | 120 g |
| 1.5 cups (US) | 144 g |
| 2 cups (US) | 192 g |
| 2.5 cups (US) | 240 g |
| 3 cups (US) | 288 g |
For cups to grams with a different ingredient, use the cups to grams converter for a quick-reference table.
For the reverse conversion, see 100 grams of parmesan cheese in US cups.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is 1 US cup of parmesan cheese in grams?
- 1 US cup of parmesan cheese is 96 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 US cups of parmesan cheese is 192 grams and 0.5 US cups is 48 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the parmesan cheese converter
- How many grams is 1.5 US cups of parmesan cheese?
- 1.5 US cups of parmesan cheese is 144 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 US cup of parmesan cheese is 96 grams and 2 US cups is 192 grams. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart above for the common ones.
- What is 2 US cups of parmesan cheese in grams?
- 2 US cups of parmesan cheese is 192 grams. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 US cup of parmesan cheese is 96 grams, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact grams reading.
- How many US cups of parmesan cheese is 96 grams?
- 96 grams of parmesan cheese is 1 US cup. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between grams and US cups without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists US cups but you would rather weigh or measure in grams. The converter above and the chart above cover both directions for any amount.
- How much is 1 US cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano in grams?
- Parmigiano-Reggiano is another name for parmesan cheese, so 1 US cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano is 96 grams, exactly the same as parmesan cheese. The figure does not change with the name: 2 US cups is 192 grams and 0.5 US cups is 48 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Related to Parmesan Cheese
Pecorino Romano
Pecorino Romano is the sharpest like-for-like swap for Parmesan. Both are hard Italian grating cheeses at 100 g per cup, so the volume measure stays the same. Pecorino is saltier and made from sheep's milk, so the flavour is bolder. Use it in pasta, risotto, and gratins where a stronger punch is welcome. See our Pecorino Romano converter.
Grated Cheese
Generic grated cheese is a milder, everyday stand-in for Parmesan. It has the same weight per cup (100 g) and melts readily, making it a practical swap in gratins, pasta bakes, and pizza where Parmesan's sharp, nutty flavour is not the centrepiece of the dish. See our Grated Cheese converter.
Cream Cheese
Cream cheese is a soft fresh cheese (230 g per cup), much denser and milder than grated Parmesan (100 g per cup). Recipes that call for one are rarely swappable for the other: Parmesan is typically used for its sharp, salty flavour, while cream cheese provides richness and body. See our Cream Cheese converter.
Mozzarella
Mozzarella is a soft, mild Italian cheese that melts smoothly, while Parmesan is hard and aged. They serve different purposes in the kitchen and are rarely interchangeable, though both appear in Italian-style bakes. See our Mozzarella converter.
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