Shredded Cheddar Cheese Cups to Grams Converter
One US cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese weighs 113 grams. Half a cup weighs 57g and a quarter cup weighs 28g. Spoon shredded cheese into dry measuring cup lightly.
Shredded Cheddar Cheese Cups to Grams Converter
Convert volumetric recipe cups of shredded cheddar cheese into exact kitchen scale weight in grams.
Custom package weights override standard database densities for this session without altering official database records.
Cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese to Grams Conversion Table
Complete volume to weight chart converting recipe cups of shredded cheddar cheese into grams across major international cup standards, fluid ounces, and tablespoons.
| Cup Portion | US Customary (g) | US Legal (g) | Metric Cup (g) | Imperial Cup (g) | Ounces (oz) | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 28g | 29g | 30g | 34g | 1.00 oz | 4.0 tbsp |
| ⅓ cup | 38g | 38g | 40g | 45g | 1.33 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| ½ cup | 57g | 57g | 60g | 68g | 1.99 oz | 8.0 tbsp |
| ⅔ cup | 75g | 76g | 80g | 90g | 2.66 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| ¾ cup | 85g | 86g | 90g | 102g | 2.99 oz | 12.0 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 113g | 115g | 119g | 136g | 3.99 oz | 16.0 tbsp |
| 1¼ cups | 141g | 143g | 149g | 170g | 4.98 oz | 20.0 tbsp |
| 1½ cups | 170g | 172g | 179g | 204g | 5.98 oz | 24.0 tbsp |
| 1¾ cups | 198g | 201g | 209g | 237g | 6.98 oz | 28.0 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 226g | 229g | 239g | 271g | 7.97 oz | 32.0 tbsp |
| 2½ cups | 283g | 287g | 299g | 339g | 9.96 oz | 40.0 tbsp |
| 3 cups | 339g | 344g | 358g | 407g | 11.96 oz | 48.0 tbsp |
| 3½ cups | 396g | 401g | 418g | 475g | 13.95 oz | 56.0 tbsp |
| 4 cups | 452g | 459g | 478g | 543g | 15.94 oz | 64.0 tbsp |
Why Your Cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese Might Weigh Differently
Understanding key volumetric variables prevents measuring errors when converting recipes to scale weights in grams.
Compaction & Particle Headspace
Scooping shredded cheddar cheese directly compresses air voids between granules, cramming up to 15 percent extra mass into the same cup volume.
Regional Cup Standard Variance
A US Customary cup holds 236.59ml (113g), a US Legal cup holds 240ml (115g), and a Metric cup holds 250ml (119g). Misidentifying cup capacity alters recipe scale mass by up to 6 percent.
Atmospheric Moisture & Settling
Granular particles of shredded cheddar cheese absorb ambient humidity during storage, increasing bulk density and scale readout per cup portion.
Frequently Asked Questions: Cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese to Grams
Targeted answers for converting cup volumes of shredded cheddar cheese into scale mass in grams.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese?
Half a US customary cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese weighs exactly 57 grams. In comparison, 1/2 Metric cup (125ml) weighs 60 grams, while 1/2 UK Imperial cup weighs 68 grams.
How many grams is 1/4 cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese?
One-quarter US customary cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese weighs 28 grams. This equals 4 US tablespoons or 4 fluid drams.
How do I convert cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese to grams for baking?
To convert cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese to grams, multiply the number of cups by 113. For example, 1.5 cups equals 170 grams, and 2 cups equals 226 grams on a kitchen scale.
Why does 1 cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese weigh differently depending on technique?
Volumetric measuring cups measure space rather than weight. Particle compaction and air pockets can alter Shredded Cheddar Cheese cup weight by 5 to 15 percent.
How many grams is 1 Metric cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese versus a US cup?
One Metric cup (250ml) of Shredded Cheddar Cheese weighs 119 grams, 1 US Legal cup (240ml) weighs 115 grams, and 1 US Customary cup (236.59ml) weighs 113 grams.
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Density data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Verified by the Grams to Cups Editorial Team on 2026-08-20.