Batch Scaling Around 2 US Cups Block Cream Cheese
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 227g (8.01 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 454g (16.01 oz) | 2 cups | 473.2 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 681g (24.02 oz) | 3 cups | 709.8 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 908g (32.03 oz) | 4 cups | 946.4 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1362g (48.04 oz) | 6 cups | 1419.5 mL |
Measuring 2 US Cups of Block Cream Cheese in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 8 oz block at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, 2 US cups of block cream cheese weighs 454 grams (16.01 ounces). Measured using the whipped tub cream cheese method (150g/cup), that same 2 cups holds 300g — a 154g 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 2 cups of block cream cheese? ▾
2 US Cups of block cream cheese measured packed into cup / 8 oz block weighs 454 grams (16.01 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.