Tablespoons to Grams Converter
Use our tablespoons to grams converter to get accurate cooking and baking measurements.
Result: Grams
Do you want to convert grams to tablespoons?
On this page:
Joe is the creator of Inch Calculator and has over 20 years of experience in engineering and construction. He holds several degrees and certifications.
Ethan has a PhD in astrophysics and is currently a satellite imaging scientist. He specializes in math, science, and astrophysics.
How Many Grams Are in a Tablespoon?
Before you convert tablespoons to grams, it's important to note that tablespoons measure volume, while grams measure weight. There are 14.79 grams of water in a tablespoon, but the conversion depends on the ingredient or substance.
For instance, 1 tablespoon of honey weighs more than 1 tablespoon of sugar because it's denser. The easiest way to convert tablespoons to grams is to use the converter above or a conversion chart.
Tablespoons of Water to Grams
There are 14.79 grams of water in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of Water | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 14.79 g |
| 2 tbsp | 29.57 g |
| 3 tbsp | 44.36 g |
| 4 tbsp | 59.15 g |
| 5 tbsp | 73.93 g |
| 6 tbsp | 88.72 g |
| 7 tbsp | 103.51 g |
| 8 tbsp | 118.29 g |
| 9 tbsp | 133.08 g |
| 10 tbsp | 147.87 g |
Tablespoons of Milk to Grams
There are 15.23 grams of milk in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of Milk | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 15.23 g |
| 2 tbsp | 30.46 g |
| 3 tbsp | 45.69 g |
| 4 tbsp | 60.92 g |
| 5 tbsp | 76.15 g |
| 6 tbsp | 91.38 g |
| 7 tbsp | 106.61 g |
| 8 tbsp | 121.84 g |
| 9 tbsp | 137.07 g |
| 10 tbsp | 152.3 g |
Tablespoons of Yogurt to Grams
There are 15.67 grams of yogurt in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of Yogurt | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 15.67 g |
| 2 tbsp | 31.35 g |
| 3 tbsp | 47.02 g |
| 4 tbsp | 62.7 g |
| 5 tbsp | 78.37 g |
| 6 tbsp | 94.04 g |
| 7 tbsp | 109.72 g |
| 8 tbsp | 125.39 g |
| 9 tbsp | 141.07 g |
| 10 tbsp | 156.74 g |
Tablespoons of Butter to Grams
There are 14.2 grams of butter in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of Butter | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 14.2 g |
| 2 tbsp | 28.39 g |
| 3 tbsp | 42.59 g |
| 4 tbsp | 56.78 g |
| 5 tbsp | 70.98 g |
| 6 tbsp | 85.17 g |
| 7 tbsp | 99.37 g |
| 8 tbsp | 113.56 g |
| 9 tbsp | 127.76 g |
| 10 tbsp | 141.95 g |
You can also use our tablespoons of butter converter to calculate butter in grams.
Tablespoons of Cooking Oil to Grams
There are 13.01 grams of cooking oil in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of Cooking Oil | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 13.01 g |
| 2 tbsp | 26.02 g |
| 3 tbsp | 39.04 g |
| 4 tbsp | 52.05 g |
| 5 tbsp | 65.06 g |
| 6 tbsp | 78.07 g |
| 7 tbsp | 91.09 g |
| 8 tbsp | 104.1 g |
| 9 tbsp | 117.11 g |
| 10 tbsp | 130.12 g |
Tablespoons of All-Purpose Flour to Grams
There are 7.82 grams of all-purpose flour in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of All-Purpose Flour | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 7.82 g |
| 2 tbsp | 15.64 g |
| 3 tbsp | 23.47 g |
| 4 tbsp | 31.29 g |
| 5 tbsp | 39.11 g |
| 6 tbsp | 46.93 g |
| 7 tbsp | 54.76 g |
| 8 tbsp | 62.58 g |
| 9 tbsp | 70.4 g |
| 10 tbsp | 78.22 g |
You can also use our tablespoons of flour converter to calculate other types of flour in grams.
Tablespoons of Granulated Sugar to Grams
There are 12.5 grams of granulated sugar in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of Granulated Sugar | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 12.5 g |
| 2 tbsp | 25 g |
| 3 tbsp | 37.5 g |
| 4 tbsp | 50 g |
| 5 tbsp | 62.5 g |
| 6 tbsp | 75 g |
| 7 tbsp | 87.5 g |
| 8 tbsp | 100 g |
| 9 tbsp | 112.5 g |
| 10 tbsp | 125 g |
You can also use our tablespoons of sugar converter to calculate other types of sugar in grams.
Tablespoons of Rice (Uncooked) to Grams
There are 12.13 grams of rice (uncooked) in a tablespoon.
| Tablespoons of Rice (Uncooked) | Weight in Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 12.13 g |
| 2 tbsp | 24.25 g |
| 3 tbsp | 36.38 g |
| 4 tbsp | 48.5 g |
| 5 tbsp | 60.63 g |
| 6 tbsp | 72.75 g |
| 7 tbsp | 84.88 g |
| 8 tbsp | 97 g |
| 9 tbsp | 109.13 g |
| 10 tbsp | 121.25 g |
How to Convert Tablespoons to Grams
Here is how to convert tablespoons to grams in a few easy steps.
Step One: Find the Ingredient Density
The first step in the conversion is to determine what ingredient you're trying to convert, since they vary in density.
We suggest referencing an ingredient density chart, such as the chart provided by the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization.[1] For example, corn syrup has a density of 1.38 g/mL, and wheat flour has a density of 0.478 g/mL.
Step Two: Use the Tablespoons to Grams Formula
To convert a measurement in tablespoons to grams, multiply the volume by the ingredient or material's density. For this to work, the ingredient's density must be in grams per tablespoon (g/tbsp).
If the density is given in grams per milliliter (g/mL), first multiply it by 14.7868 to convert to g/tbsp.
For a density given in g/mL, you can use this simple formula to convert:
grams = tablespoons × 14.7868 × density
Thus, the weight in grams is equal to the volume in tablespoons multiplied by 14.7868 times the density (in g/mL) of the ingredient, substance, or material.
For example, let's use this formula to convert 2 tablespoons of corn syrup to grams. Corn syrup has a density of 1.38 g/mL.
grams = 2 × 14.7868 × 1.38 g/mL = 40.81 g
So, 2 tablespoons of corn syrup weigh just over 40 grams.
When to Convert Tablespoons to Grams
Tablespoons and grams are both commonly used to measure cooking ingredients.
For cooking applications, most chefs suggest measuring dry ingredients by weight rather than volume to improve accuracy in the measurements.[2] The density of dry ingredients can vary for a variety of reasons, such as compaction and clumping.
The best way to ensure an accurate conversion is to use a scale. When a scale is not available, a calculator like the one above is a good way to estimate the volume to weight conversion.
For cooking and baking ingredients, you can get more specific results using our butter, flour, and sugar conversion calculators.
Another useful application of weight and volume conversions is chemistry. When performing chemical reactions by combining separate chemicals to produce a new chemical, one must know the exact amount of each chemical to add in order to maximize the yield of the reaction.
It is common to mix powdered chemicals with liquid, or aqueous, chemicals, and this is where it becomes very useful to convert between weights and volumes.[3]
Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.
What Is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is a unit of volume equal to three teaspoons or ½ fluid ounce.[4] One tablespoon is equal to 14.7868 milliliters, but for nutrition labeling, one tablespoon is rounded to 15 milliliters.[5]
The tablespoon is a US customary unit of volume. Tablespoons can be abbreviated as tbsp, and are also sometimes abbreviated as T, Tbls, or Tb. For example, 1 tablespoon can be written as 1 tbsp, 1 T, 1 Tbls, or 1 Tb.
Learn more about tablespoons.
What Is a Gram?
A gram is a unit of mass equal to 1/1,000 of a kilogram or 0.035274 ounces, and is equivalent to the mass of one cubic centimeter, or one milliliter, of water.
The gram, or gramme, is an SI unit of mass in the metric system. Grams can be abbreviated as g; for example, 1 gram can be written as 1 g.
A gram is also frequently referred to as a unit of weight. While technically, a gram is a measure of mass, and weight is actually a measure of force, the two are equivalent as long as we are performing our calculations on Earth.
For example, an object with a mass of 1 gram weighs 1 gram on Earth, but only weighs one-sixth of that on the moon, yet still has the same mass.
Learn more about grams.
References
- U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization, FAO / INFOODS Databases - Density Database Version 2.0, https://www.fao.org/4/ap815e/ap815e.pdf
- National Institute of Standards & Technology, Culinary Measurement Tips, https://www.nist.gov/pml/owm/culinary-measurement-tips
- CK-12 Foundation, Introductory Chemistry (CK-12) - 12.6: Mass-Volume Stoichiometry, https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_Chemistry/Introductory_Chemistry_(CK-12)/12%3A_Stoichiometry/12.06%3A_Mass-Volume_Stoichiometry
- Merriam-Webster, tablespoon, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tablespoon
- U.S. Food & Drug Administration, Guidance for Industry: Guidelines for Determining Metric Equivalents of Household Measures, https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/guidance-industry-guidelines-determining-metric-equivalents-household-measures