1 tablespoon of Yogurt = How Many grams?
Conversion Detail: 1 tbsp Yogurt
Equivalent to ≈ 16 g of yogurt, or in other units:
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| Tablespoon | 1.0 tbsp |
| Teaspoon | 3.0 tsp |
| Cup | 0.063 cup |
| Milliliter | 15 ml |
| Gram | 16 g |
Nutrition in 1 tbsp Yogurt
Estimated nutrition for 16 grams of yogurt, calculated from per-100 g values.
About Yogurt
Active yogurt (with live cultures) substitutes 1:1 for buttermilk in baking. Greek yogurt is denser (1.04 g/ml) and has 2-3x the protein due to straining.
Storage: Refrigerate. Use within 5-7 days of opening.
Common uses: smoothies, marinades (especially chicken), baking, tzatziki sauce, dressing.
Density: 1.03g/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 Yogurt
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of yogurt?▾
1 tablespoon of yogurt ≈ 16 grams, based on yogurt density of 1.03 g/ml.
How do I accurately measure yogurt with tablespoon?▾
Active yogurt (with live cultures) substitutes 1:1 for buttermilk in baking. Greek yogurt is denser (1.04 g/ml) and has 2-3x the protein due to straining.
Will the conversion be the same for all brands of yogurt?▾
Results may vary slightly between brands and how loosely or firmly you scoop. The values here use a reference density of 1.03 g/ml from authoritative sources like usda-fdc.
Why does 1 tablespoon of yogurt not weigh the same as other ingredients?▾
Same volume but different density results in different weight. Yogurt has a density of 1.03 g/ml, so 1 tbsp of yogurt ≠ 1 tbsp of another ingredient by weight.