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How Much Is 8.47 Ounces of Parmesan (Finely Grated) in Cups?

Converting 8.47 ounces of parmesan (finely grated) to cups gives 3.00 cups. First convert to grams (8.47 oz = 240.12g), then divide by the density of parmesan (finely grated) (80g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.

8.47 ounces of parmesan (finely grated)
=
3.00cups
Result using all cup standards info
3.00 cups (US) 2.84 cups (Metric Cup) 2.50 cups (Imperial Cup)
8.47 ounces of parmesan (finely grated) is also
3.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 80g/cup = cups
  1. Start with 8.47 ounces of parmesan (finely grated)
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 8.47 × 28.35 = 240.12g
  3. 1 cup of parmesan (finely grated) = 80g
  4. 240.12g ÷ 80g/cup = 3.00 cups

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

Measuring Tip

Always shred or grate cheese before measuring by volume. A cup of block cheese weighs much more than a cup of shredded.

Parmesan (Finely Grated) at Different Amounts

How parmesan (finely grated) scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (8.47 ounces) is highlighted.

4 oz1.42 cups5 oz1.77 cups6 oz2.13 cups8 oz2.83 cups8.47 oz3.00 cups10 oz3.54 cups12 oz4.25 cups16 oz5.67 cups

Other Amounts of Parmesan (Finely Grated)

Ounces US Cups Metric Cup Imperial Cup
1 ounce 0.35 cups 0.34 cups 0.30 cups
2 ounces 0.71 cups 0.67 cups 0.59 cups
3 ounces 1.06 cups 1.01 cup 0.89 cups
4 ounces 1.42 cups 1.34 cups 1.18 cups
5 ounces 1.77 cups 1.68 cups 1.48 cups
6 ounces 2.13 cups 2.01 cups 1.77 cups
8 ounces 2.83 cups 2.68 cups 2.36 cups
8.47 ounces 3.00 cups 2.84 cups 2.50 cups
10 ounces 3.54 cups 3.35 cups 2.95 cups
12 ounces 4.25 cups 4.02 cups 3.54 cups
16 ounces 5.67 cups 5.37 cups 4.72 cups

Understanding the Units

What is an Ounce?

Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.

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 3.00 cups, based on parmesan (finely grated) having a density of 80g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
First convert ounces to grams (1 ounce = 28.3495g), then divide by 80 (grams per cup). For 8.47 ounces: 8.47 × 28.3495 = 240.12g, then 240.12 ÷ 80 = 3.00 cups.
For the most accurate results, weigh parmesan (finely grated) 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: 3.00 cups × 80g/cup = 240.12g, then 240.12g ÷ 28.3495 = 8.47 ounces. Or use the Cups to Ounces converter.