How Much Is 2.88 Ounces of Parmesan (Finely Grated) in Tablespoons?
2.88 ounces of parmesan (finely grated) equals 16.33 tbsp. That's 81.65g, and Parmesan (finely grated) has a density of 80g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.88 ounces of parmesan (finely grated)
- Convert ounces to grams: 2.88 × 28.35 = 81.65g
- 1 cup of parmesan (finely grated) = 80g
- 81.65g ÷ 80g/cup = 1.02 cups × 16 = 16.33 tablespoons
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 (2.88 ounces) is highlighted.
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 |
| 2.88 ounces | 16.33 tbsp | 16.10 tbsp | 12.07 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?
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 Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.