20 Grams of Parmesan to Cups
Ingredient
Parmesan
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.20 (¼)
- Tablespoons
- 3.2
- Teaspoons
- 9.6
- Milliliters
- 47 ml
20 grams of parmesan = 0.20 cups (¼ cup / 3.2 tablespoons)
Parmesan has a density of approximately 100g per cup. Finely grated: 100g. Coarsely grated runs closer to 80g per cup. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10g | 0.10 | ⅛ | 1.6 |
| 15g | 0.15 | ⅛ | 2.4 |
| 20g | 0.20 | ¼ | 3.2 |
| 25g | 0.25 | ¼ | 4.0 |
| 30g | 0.30 | ⅓ | 4.8 |
Bakers reach for parmesan in amounts like this for everyday recipes — scaling a batch up, adjusting a single serving, or matching a recipe written in grams. Measuring by weight keeps the result consistent no matter who's in the kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 20 grams of parmesan in cups?+
20 grams of parmesan is 0.20 cups (¼ cup), or 3.2 tablespoons.
How do I measure 20 grams of parmesan without a scale?+
Use ¼ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 3.2 tablespoons instead.