How Much Is 1 Cup of Cheddar Cheese (Shredded) in Grams?
Converting 1 cup of cheddar cheese (shredded) to grams gives 113.00 g. One cup of cheddar cheese (shredded) weighs 113g. This conversion is specific to cheddar cheese (shredded) because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup of cheddar cheese (shredded) = 113g
- 1 × 113 = 113g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 cup of cheddar cheese (shredded), just remember: 113g. Double it for 2 cups (226g), halve it for a half cup (56.5g).
Measuring Tip
Cheese density varies by type. Hard cheeses like Parmesan weigh more per cup than soft cheeses like mozzarella.
Cheddar Cheese (Shredded) at Different Amounts
How cheddar cheese (shredded) scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of cheddar cheese (shredded) (113g) is close in weight to a bar of soap (113g).
Other Amounts of Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
| Cups | US Grams | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 28.25 g | 29.85 g | 33.93 g |
| 0.33 cups | 37.29 g | 39.40 g | 44.78 g |
| 0.5 cups | 56.50 g | 59.70 g | 67.85 g |
| 0.75 cups | 84.75 g | 89.55 g | 101.78 g |
| 1 cup | 113.00 g | 119.41 g | 135.71 g |
| 1.5 cups | 169.50 g | 179.11 g | 203.56 g |
| 2 cups | 226.00 g | 238.81 g | 271.42 g |
| 3 cups | 339.00 g | 358.22 g | 407.12 g |
| 4 cups | 452.00 g | 477.62 g | 542.83 g |
| 5 cups | 565.00 g | 597.03 g | 678.54 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.