How Much Is 8 Teaspoons of Parmesan (Finely Grated) in Grams?
8 teaspoons of parmesan (finely grated) equals 13.33 g. Parmesan (finely grated) has a density of 80g per cup (1.67g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 8 teaspoons of honey would be 56.67 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 teaspoons of parmesan (finely grated)
- 1 teaspoon of parmesan (finely grated) = 1.67g
- 8 × 1.67 = 13.33g
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 teaspoons measurements. Your amount (8 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8 teaspoons of parmesan (finely grated) (13.33g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Parmesan (Finely Grated)
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.42 g | 0.42 g | 0.50 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.83 g | 0.85 g | 1.00 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 1.67 g | 1.69 g | 2.00 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 2.50 g | 2.54 g | 3.00 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 3.33 g | 3.38 g | 4.00 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 5.00 g | 5.07 g | 6.00 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 6.67 g | 6.76 g | 8.01 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 8.33 g | 8.45 g | 10.01 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 10.00 g | 10.14 g | 12.01 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 13.33 g | 13.53 g | 16.01 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
One teaspoon holds about 5 milliliters. There are 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon and 48 teaspoons in a cup. Teaspoon accuracy matters most with leaveners like baking powder and baking soda, where small differences affect rise and texture.
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.