550 Grams of Parmesan to Cups
Ingredient
Parmesan
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 5.50 (5½)
- Tablespoons
- 88.0
- Teaspoons
- 264.0
- Milliliters
- 1301 ml
550 grams of parmesan = 5.50 cups (5½ cups / 88.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 475g | 4.75 | 4¾ | 76.0 |
| 500g | 5.00 | 5 | 80.0 |
| 550g | 5.50 | 5½ | 88.0 |
| 600g | 6.00 | 6 | 96.0 |
| 650g | 6.50 | 6½ | 104.0 |
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 550 grams of parmesan in cups?+
550 grams of parmesan is 5.50 cups (5½ cups), or 88.0 tablespoons.
How do I measure 550 grams of parmesan without a scale?+
Use 5½ cups, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 88.0 tablespoons instead.