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How Much Is 16 Ounces of Parmesan (Finely Grated) in Tablespoons?

Converting 16 ounces of parmesan (finely grated) to tablespoons gives 90.72 tbsp. First convert to grams (16 oz = 453.59g), then divide by the density of parmesan (finely grated) (80g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.

16 ounces of parmesan (finely grated)
=
90.72tbsp
Result using all tablespoon standards info
90.72 tbsp (US) 89.43 tbsp (Metric Tablespoon) 67.07 tbsp (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 1 ounce = 5.67 tbsp 2 ounces = 11.34 tbsp 3 ounces = 17.01 tbsp 4 ounces = 22.68 tbsp
Compare: 16 ounces butter = 31.97 tbsp 16 ounces cheddar cheese (shredded) = 64.23 tbsp 16 ounces cottage cheese = 32.11 tbsp
Convert a different ingredient
16 ounces of parmesan (finely grated) is also
5.67 cup (cups) 45.36 fl oz (fluid ounces) 1,341.43 ml (milliliters)
90.72

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 80g/cup × 16 = tablespoons
  1. Start with 16 ounces of parmesan (finely grated)
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 16 × 28.35 = 453.59g
  3. 1 cup of parmesan (finely grated) = 80g
  4. 453.59g ÷ 80g/cup = 5.67 cups × 16 = 90.72 tablespoons

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

Measuring Tip

Shredded, cubed, and grated cheese all have different weights per cup. Finely grated cheese packs more densely than loosely shredded.

Parmesan (Finely Grated) at Different Amounts

How parmesan (finely grated) scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (16 ounces) is highlighted.

3 oz17.01 tbsp4 oz22.68 tbsp5 oz28.35 tbsp6 oz34.02 tbsp8 oz45.36 tbsp10 oz56.70 tbsp12 oz68.04 tbsp16 oz90.72 tbsp

Other Amounts of Parmesan (Finely Grated)

Ounces US Tablespoons Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 ounce 5.67 tbsp 5.59 tbsp 4.19 tbsp
2 ounces 11.34 tbsp 11.18 tbsp 8.38 tbsp
3 ounces 17.01 tbsp 16.77 tbsp 12.58 tbsp
4 ounces 22.68 tbsp 22.36 tbsp 16.77 tbsp
5 ounces 28.35 tbsp 27.95 tbsp 20.96 tbsp
6 ounces 34.02 tbsp 33.54 tbsp 25.15 tbsp
8 ounces 45.36 tbsp 44.72 tbsp 33.54 tbsp
10 ounces 56.70 tbsp 55.89 tbsp 41.92 tbsp
12 ounces 68.04 tbsp 67.07 tbsp 50.30 tbsp
16 ounces 90.72 tbsp 89.43 tbsp 67.07 tbsp

Understanding the Units

What is an Ounce?

An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.

What is a Tablespoon?

A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 90.72 tbsp, 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), then multiply by 16 to get tablespoons. For 16 ounces: 16 × 28.3495 = 453.59g, then 453.59 ÷ 80 = 5.67 cups × 16 = 90.72 tbsp.
For the most accurate results, weigh parmesan (finely grated) on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon 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: 90.72 tbsp ÷ 16 = 5.6699 cups, then 5.6699 × 80g/cup = 453.59g, then 453.59g ÷ 28.3495 = 16 ounces. Or use the Tablespoons to Ounces converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026