How to measure it
Press plain block cream cheese into the cup to eliminate pockets of air.
Whipped tubs include air. For frosting made with block cheese, cut the portion from a block while it is still firm.
Convert a different amountCream cheese
One US cup of cream cheese weighs approximately 227 grams.
| Measure | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 US cup | 227 g |
| ½ US cup | 113.5 g |
| ⅓ US cup | 75.7 g |
| ¼ US cup | 56.8 g |
| 1 US tablespoon | 14.2 g |
| 1 US teaspoon | 4.7 g |
Original chart entry “Cream cheese” — 1 US cup weighs approximately 227 g.
Reference weights · King Arthur Baking ingredient chart. Use your recipe’s published gram weight when available.