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How Much Is 2.17 Ounces of Ricotta in Tablespoons?

2.17 ounces of ricotta equals 4.00 tbsp. That's 61.52g, and Ricotta has a density of 246g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.

2.17 ounces of ricotta
=
4.00tbsp
Result using all tablespoon standards info
4.00 tbsp (US) 3.94 tbsp (Metric Tablespoon) 2.96 tbsp (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 1 ounce = 1.84 tbsp 2 ounces = 3.69 tbsp 3 ounces = 5.53 tbsp 4 ounces = 7.38 tbsp
Compare: 2.17 ounces butter = 4.34 tbsp 2.17 ounces cheddar cheese (shredded) = 8.71 tbsp 2.17 ounces cottage cheese = 4.36 tbsp
Convert a different ingredient
2.17 ounces of ricotta is also
0.25 cup (cups) 2.00 fl oz (fluid ounces) 59.16 ml (milliliters)
4.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 246g/cup × 16 = tablespoons
  1. Start with 2.17 ounces of ricotta
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 2.17 × 28.35 = 61.52g
  3. 1 cup of ricotta = 246g
  4. 61.52g ÷ 246g/cup = 0.25 cups × 16 = 4.00 tablespoons

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

Measuring Tip

Ricotta weighs 246g per cup. For small amounts, weighing on a scale is more reliable than spooning into a measuring spoon.

Ricotta at Different Amounts

How ricotta scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (2.17 ounces) is highlighted.

1 oz1.84 tbsp2 oz3.69 tbsp2.17 oz4.00 tbsp3 oz5.53 tbsp4 oz7.38 tbsp5 oz9.22 tbsp6 oz11.06 tbsp8 oz14.75 tbsp

Other Amounts of Ricotta

Ounces US Tablespoons Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 ounce 1.84 tbsp 1.82 tbsp 1.36 tbsp
2 ounces 3.69 tbsp 3.64 tbsp 2.73 tbsp
2.17 ounces 4.00 tbsp 3.94 tbsp 2.96 tbsp
3 ounces 5.53 tbsp 5.45 tbsp 4.09 tbsp
4 ounces 7.38 tbsp 7.27 tbsp 5.45 tbsp
5 ounces 9.22 tbsp 9.09 tbsp 6.82 tbsp
6 ounces 11.06 tbsp 10.91 tbsp 8.18 tbsp
8 ounces 14.75 tbsp 14.54 tbsp 10.91 tbsp
10 ounces 18.44 tbsp 18.18 tbsp 13.63 tbsp
12 ounces 22.13 tbsp 21.81 tbsp 16.36 tbsp
16 ounces 29.50 tbsp 29.08 tbsp 21.81 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?

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 4.00 tbsp, based on ricotta having a density of 246g 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 246 (grams per cup), then multiply by 16 to get tablespoons. For 2.17 ounces: 2.17 × 28.3495 = 61.52g, then 61.52 ÷ 246 = 0.25 cups × 16 = 4.00 tbsp.
For the most accurate results, weigh ricotta 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: 4.00 tbsp ÷ 16 = 0.250075 cups, then 0.250075 × 246g/cup = 61.52g, then 61.52g ÷ 28.3495 = 2.17 ounces. Or use the Tablespoons to Ounces converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026