85 Grams of Parmesan to Cups
Ingredient
Parmesan
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.85 (⅞)
- Tablespoons
- 13.6
- Teaspoons
- 40.8
- Milliliters
- 201 ml
85 grams of parmesan = 0.85 cups (⅞ cup / 13.6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75g | 0.75 | ¾ | 12.0 |
| 80g | 0.80 | ¾ | 12.8 |
| 85g | 0.85 | ⅞ | 13.6 |
| 90g | 0.90 | ⅞ | 14.4 |
| 95g | 0.95 | ⅞ | 15.2 |
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 85 grams of parmesan in cups?+
85 grams of parmesan is 0.85 cups (⅞ cup), or 13.6 tablespoons.
How do I measure 85 grams of parmesan without a scale?+
Use ⅞ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 13.6 tablespoons instead.