1 tablespoon of Cornstarch = How Many grams?
Conversion Detail: 1 tbsp Cornstarch
Equivalent to ≈ 8.0 g of cornstarch, or in other units:
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| Tablespoon | 1.0 tbsp |
| Teaspoon | 3.2 tsp |
| Cup | 0.067 cup |
| Milliliter | 16 ml |
| Gram | 8.0 g |
About Cornstarch
Always make a slurry with cold liquid before adding to hot mixtures — clumps if added directly to hot liquid.
Storage: Airtight container, cool dry place. Indefinite shelf life if kept dry.
Common uses: thickening sauces, Chinese stir-fry, fruit pie filling, custards.
Density: 0.5g/ml. Because each ingredient has a different density, volume-to-weight conversion can't use a single generic value for all ingredients.
Other Conversions for Cornstarch
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of cornstarch?▾
1 tablespoon of cornstarch ≈ 8.0 grams, based on cornstarch density of 0.5 g/ml.
How do I accurately measure cornstarch with tablespoon?▾
Always make a slurry with cold liquid before adding to hot mixtures — clumps if added directly to hot liquid.
Will the conversion be the same for all brands of cornstarch?▾
Results may vary slightly between brands and how loosely or firmly you scoop. The values here use a reference density of 0.5 g/ml from authoritative sources like king-arthur and usda-fdc.
Why does 1 tablespoon of cornstarch not weigh the same as other ingredients?▾
Same volume but different density results in different weight. Cornstarch has a density of 0.5 g/ml, so 1 tbsp of cornstarch ≠ 1 tbsp of another ingredient by weight.