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How Much Is 20 Grams of Cheddar Cheese (Shredded) in Cups?

Converting 20 grams of cheddar cheese (shredded) to cups gives 0.18 cups. Divide by the density of cheddar cheese (shredded) (113g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.

20 grams of cheddar cheese (shredded)
=
0.18cups
Result using all cup standards info
0.18 cups (US) 0.17 cups (Metric Cup) 0.15 cups (Imperial Cup)
0.18

Formula and Step-by-Step

grams ÷ 113g/cup = cups
  1. Start with 20 grams of cheddar cheese (shredded)
  2. 1 cup of cheddar cheese (shredded) = 113g
  3. 20g ÷ 113g/cup = 0.18 cups

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

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 grams measurements. Your amount (20 grams) is highlighted.

5 g0.04 cups10 g0.09 cups20 g0.18 cups25 g0.22 cups50 g0.44 cups75 g0.66 cups100 g0.88 cups150 g1.33 cups

Other Amounts of Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)

Grams US Cups Metric Cup Imperial Cup
5 grams 0.04 cups 0.04 cups 0.04 cups
10 grams 0.09 cups 0.08 cups 0.07 cups
20 grams 0.18 cups 0.17 cups 0.15 cups
25 grams 0.22 cups 0.21 cups 0.18 cups
50 grams 0.44 cups 0.42 cups 0.37 cups
75 grams 0.66 cups 0.63 cups 0.55 cups
100 grams 0.88 cups 0.84 cups 0.74 cups
150 grams 1.33 cups 1.26 cups 1.11 cups
200 grams 1.77 cups 1.67 cups 1.47 cups
250 grams 2.21 cups 2.09 cups 1.84 cups
500 grams 4.42 cups 4.19 cups 3.68 cups

Understanding the Units

What is a Gram?

A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.18 cups, based on cheddar cheese (shredded) having a density of 113g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Divide the grams by 113 (grams per cup) to get cups. For 20 grams: 20 ÷ 113 = 0.18 cups.
For the most accurate results, weigh cheddar cheese (shredded) on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Fat content has a small effect on density. Higher-fat versions are slightly lighter per volume because fat is less dense than water. The difference is usually under 5%, so this conversion works well for standard varieties.
Reverse the conversion: 0.18 cups × 113g/cup = 20g. Or use the Cups to Grams converter.