Batch Scaling Around 1 Tablespoon Block Cream Cheese
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 7.1g (0.25 oz) | 1 ½ tsp | 7.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 14.2g (0.5 oz) | 1 tbsp | 14.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 21.3g (0.75 oz) | 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 22.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 28.4g (1 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 42.6g (1.5 oz) | 3 tbsp | 44.4 mL |
Measuring 1 Tablespoon of Block Cream Cheese in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 8 oz block at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, 1 tablespoon of block cream cheese weighs 14.2 grams (0.5 ounces). Measured using the whipped tub cream cheese method (150g/cup), that same 1 tbsp holds 9.4g — a 4.8g difference in your mixing bowl.
One standard American brick is exactly 8 ounces or 227g (1 cup). Soften to room temperature before beating into cheesecake batter to prevent lumps.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #173421 (1 block = 8 oz = 226.8g = 1 cup)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tbsp of block cream cheese? ▾
1 Tablespoon of block cream cheese measured packed into cup / 8 oz block weighs 14.2 grams (0.5 ounces).
Why shouldn't you use tub cream cheese for baking cheesecakes? ▾
Tub cream cheese contains added water and air to make it spreadable straight from the fridge, which will cause baked cheesecakes to sink and weep.
How can you soften cream cheese quickly without melting it? ▾
Unwrap the block, place on a microwave-safe plate, and microwave at 50% power in 10-second intervals until pliable.