How Much Is 1 Teaspoon of Cheddar Cheese (Shredded) in Grams?
1 teaspoon of cheddar cheese (shredded) equals 2.35 g. Cheddar cheese (shredded) has a density of 113g per cup (2.35g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 teaspoon of honey would be 7.08 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 teaspoon of cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 teaspoon of cheddar cheese (shredded) = 2.35g
- 1 × 2.35 = 2.35g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 teaspoon of cheddar cheese (shredded), just remember: 2.35g. Double it for 2 teaspoons (4.71g), halve it for a half teaspoon (1.18g).
Measuring Tip
Shredded, cubed, and grated cheese all have different weights per cup. Finely grated cheese packs more densely than loosely shredded.
Cheddar Cheese (Shredded) at Different Amounts
How cheddar cheese (shredded) scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (1 teaspoon) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 teaspoon of cheddar cheese (shredded) (2.35g) is close in weight to a US penny (2.5g).
Other Amounts of Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.59 g | 0.60 g | 0.71 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.18 g | 1.19 g | 1.41 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 2.35 g | 2.39 g | 2.83 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 3.53 g | 3.58 g | 4.24 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 4.71 g | 4.78 g | 5.65 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 7.06 g | 7.16 g | 8.48 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 9.42 g | 9.55 g | 11.31 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 11.77 g | 11.94 g | 14.14 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 14.13 g | 14.33 g | 16.96 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 18.83 g | 19.10 g | 22.62 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A teaspoon (tsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 4.929 milliliters or 1/3 of a tablespoon. It is the standard measure for spices, leaveners, extracts, and other small-quantity ingredients.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.