Convert Ricotta from Tablespoon to Cup (US)

How many US cups is 1 tablespoon of ricotta?

1 tablespoon of ricotta (ricotta cheese) is 0.06 US cups. 2 tablespoons of ricotta is 0.13 US cups. 1/2 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.03 US cups. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of ricotta is 0.02 US cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the US cup (240 ml). A metric cup is slightly larger at 250 ml, so it holds a little more. 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 →
  • 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 ricotta weighs about 15.5 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 15.3 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 20.6 grams.
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Ricotta is a soft Italian fresh cheese made from the whey left over from harder cheeses, giving it a light, grainy texture and a milky, slightly sweet flavour. One metric cup (250 ml) weighs around 258 grams or 9.1 ounces. It fills cannoli, lasagne, and stuffed pasta, and folds into cakes and pancakes for tenderness.

Ricotta is sold in 250 g or 500 g tubs, while recipes often call for cups or tablespoons. Weighing in grams gives a more honest measure than scooping the soft, uneven curds into a measuring cup.

Also known as

  • ricotta cheese
  • whole-milk ricotta

Cream cheese is denser, smoother, and tangier than ricotta (230 g vs 258 g per cup). Ricotta carries visible curds, so smooth no-bake fillings need straining or blending; in baked cheesecakes the two work as a 1:1 swap with a slightly drier, less tangy result from ricotta. See what 1 tablespoon of cream cheese is in US cups.

Mascarpone is much richer and smoother than ricotta (240 g vs 258 g per cup), with around 40% fat to ricotta's 13%. Swap 1:1 by volume in fillings only when a grainier, lower-fat result is acceptable; for tiramisu or buttercream, mascarpone is the better choice. See what 1 tablespoon of mascarpone is in US cups.

Cottage cheese is wetter and curdier than ricotta (234 g vs 258 g per cup), with a tangier flavour. Swap 1:1 in lasagne or savoury bakes; for sweet fillings, drain or blend cottage cheese first to match ricotta's softer texture. See what 1 tablespoon of cottage cheese is in US cups.

Goat's cheese is tangier and lighter than ricotta (150 g vs 258 g per cup), with a more pronounced flavour. It works as a swap in salads, tarts, and savoury fillings, but the goaty tang makes it unsuitable in sweet dishes where ricotta is neutral. See what 1 tablespoon of goat's cheese is in US cups.

Feta is saltier and more crumbly than ricotta (150 g vs 258 g per cup), with a sharper briny flavour. They serve different purposes: ricotta is used for its mild creaminess in pasta and baking, while feta adds a salty punch in salads and savoury pastries. See what 1 tablespoon of feta is in US cups.

Paneer is firm and dry where ricotta is soft and wet (226 g vs 258 g per cup). Use paneer when a recipe needs cubes that hold their shape; ricotta suits creamy baked fillings. See what 1 tablespoon of paneer is in US cups.

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0.06 Cup (US)

Common Ricotta Conversions

Here are the most common ricotta conversions from tablespoons to cups (US).

TablespoonsCups (US)
1 tbsp0.06 cups (US)
2 tbsp0.13 cups (US)
3 tbsp0.19 cups (US)
4 tbsp0.25 cups (US)
6 tbsp0.38 cups (US)
8 tbsp0.5 cups (US)
10 tbsp0.63 cups (US)
12 tbsp0.75 cups (US)
16 tbsp1 cup (US)

Ricotta Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting ricotta from Tablespoon to Cup (US) and other measurements.

tbspcup(US)cupgramsouncestsp
1 tbsp0.06 cup (US)0.06 cup15.48 g0.55 oz3 tsp
2 tbsp0.13 cup (US)0.12 cup30.96 g1.09 oz6 tsp
3 tbsp0.19 cup (US)0.18 cup46.44 g1.64 oz9 tsp
4 tbsp0.25 cup (US)0.24 cup61.92 g2.18 oz12 tsp

This is a volume conversion, so the result is the same for every ingredient. Use the tablespoons to cups (US) volume converter to switch between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres without weighing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 tablespoon of ricotta in US cups?
1 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.06 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of ricotta is 0.13 US cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 US cups. 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 ricotta converter
How many US cups is 1.5 tablespoons of ricotta?
1.5 tablespoons of ricotta is 0.09 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
What is 2 tablespoons of ricotta in US cups?
2 tablespoons of ricotta is 0.13 US cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.06 US cups, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact US cups reading.
How many tablespoons of ricotta is 0.06 US cups?
0.06 US cups of ricotta is 0.96 tablespoons. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between US cups and tablespoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists tablespoons but you would rather weigh or measure in US cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
Are ricotta and ricotta cheese the same thing?
Yes. Ricotta cheese is another name for ricotta, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.06 US cups under either name, and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 tbsp ricotta in US cups?
1/2 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.03 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.
What is 1/4 tbsp ricotta in US cups?
1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of ricotta is 0.02 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of ricotta is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups. Quarter amounts often come up when scaling a recipe down step by step, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts.

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