How Much Is 12 Tablespoons of Parmesan (Finely Grated) in Grams?
12 tablespoons of parmesan (finely grated) weighs 60.00 g. This is based on parmesan (finely grated) having a density of 80g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 12 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 12 tablespoons of parmesan (finely grated)
- 1 tablespoon of parmesan (finely grated) = 5g
- 12 × 5 = 60g
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 tablespoons measurements. Your amount (12 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 12 tablespoons of parmesan (finely grated) (60g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
Other Amounts of Parmesan (Finely Grated)
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 5.00 g | 5.07 g | 6.76 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 10.00 g | 10.14 g | 13.53 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 15.00 g | 15.22 g | 20.29 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 20.00 g | 20.29 g | 27.05 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 25.00 g | 25.36 g | 33.81 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 30.00 g | 30.43 g | 40.58 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 40.00 g | 40.58 g | 54.10 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 50.00 g | 50.72 g | 67.63 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 60.00 g | 60.86 g | 81.15 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 80.00 g | 81.15 g | 108.20 g |
Understanding the Units
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.
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.