How Much Is 16.32 Teaspoons of Parmesan (Finely Grated) in Ounces?
16.32 teaspoons of parmesan (finely grated) weighs 0.96 oz. This is based on parmesan (finely grated) having a density of 80g per cup. Because teaspoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 16.32 teaspoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16.32 teaspoons of parmesan (finely grated)
- 1 teaspoon of parmesan (finely grated) = 1.67g
- 16.32 × 1.67 = 27.2g
- Convert grams to ounces: 27.2 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.96 oz
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 teaspoons measurements. Your amount (16.32 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 16.32 teaspoons of parmesan (finely grated) (27.2g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Parmesan (Finely Grated)
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.01 oz | 0.01 oz | 0.02 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.03 oz | 0.03 oz | 0.04 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.06 oz | 0.06 oz | 0.07 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.09 oz | 0.09 oz | 0.11 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.12 oz | 0.12 oz | 0.14 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.18 oz | 0.18 oz | 0.21 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.24 oz | 0.24 oz | 0.28 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.29 oz | 0.30 oz | 0.35 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.42 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 0.47 oz | 0.48 oz | 0.56 oz |
| 16.32 teaspoons | 0.96 oz | 0.97 oz | 1.15 oz |
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 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.