1 tablespoon of Ground Cinnamon = How Many grams?
Conversion Detail: 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
Equivalent to ≈ 7.8 g of ground cinnamon, or in other units:
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| Tablespoon | 1.0 tbsp |
| Teaspoon | 3.0 tsp |
| Cup | 0.062 cup |
| Milliliter | 15 ml |
| Gram | 7.8 g |
About Ground Cinnamon
Cassia (most common, strong flavor) vs Ceylon (true cinnamon, milder). Cassia high in coumarin — limit daily intake. Aroma fades fast after grinding; freshly ground from sticks is best.
Storage: Airtight container, away from light. Ground: 6 months. Sticks: 1-2 years.
Common uses: sweet baked goods, warm drinks, rice pudding, Indian curries, apple pie.
Density: 0.52g/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 Ground Cinnamon
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon?▾
1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon ≈ 7.8 grams, based on ground cinnamon density of 0.52 g/ml.
How do I accurately measure ground cinnamon with tablespoon?▾
Cassia (most common, strong flavor) vs Ceylon (true cinnamon, milder). Cassia high in coumarin — limit daily intake. Aroma fades fast after grinding; freshly ground from sticks is best.
Will the conversion be the same for all brands of ground cinnamon?▾
Results may vary slightly between brands and how loosely or firmly you scoop. The values here use a reference density of 0.52 g/ml from authoritative sources like usda-fdc.
Why does 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon not weigh the same as other ingredients?▾
Same volume but different density results in different weight. Ground Cinnamon has a density of 0.52 g/ml, so 1 tbsp of ground cinnamon ≠ 1 tbsp of another ingredient by weight.