Ricotta in grams
246 grams
1 US cup = 236.6 ml
At a glance
| Amount | Weight (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 US teaspoon (4.9 ml) | 5.1 g |
| 1 US tablespoon (14.8 ml) | 15 g |
| 1 US cup (236.6 ml) | 246 g |
| 1 metric cup (250 ml) | 260 g |
| 100 milliliters | 104 g |
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Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of ricotta?
A US cup (236.6 ml) of whole-milk ricotta weighs 246 g. A metric cup (250 ml) weighs about 260 g.
How many grams is a tablespoon of ricotta?
A US tablespoon (14.8 ml) holds about 15 g of ricotta and a teaspoon about 5.1 g.
How many cups are in a 15 oz tub of ricotta?
A little under two cups, since one cup weighs 246 g. A 32 oz tub holds nearly four.
Can I use cottage cheese instead of ricotta?
Yes, in lasagna or stuffed shells: blend it smooth and drain it. Cottage cheese is saltier than ricotta, so go easy on the salt elsewhere.
A US cup of whole-milk ricotta weighs 246 g according to the USDA, a US tablespoon about 15 g and 100 ml about 104 g.
The USDA only measures the cup, so spoon weights are worked out from that density. Ricotta is wetter or drier depending on the brand: drain it in a sieve if the recipe needs a firm filling.
USDA FoodData Central #170851 (SR Legacy, checked 2026-10-30)