Tablespoons to Grams Converter
1 tablespoon equals different grams depending on the ingredient. Pick an ingredient and amount for an accurate, density-based result.
Reference Table: 1 tbsp of common ingredients in g
| Ingredient | 1 tbsp | 100 tbsp |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 All-Purpose Flour | 8.0 g | 800 g |
| 🍬 Granulated Sugar | 13 g | 1250 g |
| 🟫 Brown Sugar | 13 g | 1330 g |
| 🍯 Honey | 21 g | 2100 g |
| 🧂 Salt | 18 g | 1800 g |
| 🧈 Butter | 14 g | 1400 g |
| 🫗 Cooking Oil | 14 g | 1380 g |
| 🥛 Milk | 16 g | 1550 g |
| 🍚 White Rice | 12 g | 1170 g |
| 🍫 Unsweetened Cocoa Powder | 5.3 g | 530 g |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1 tablespoon always 15 grams?▾
No. 1 tablespoon is 15 ml by volume, but the weight in grams depends on the ingredient. Granulated sugar: 12.5 g, all-purpose flour: 8 g, salt: 18 g, butter: 14 g.
What's the difference between a regular tablespoon and a measuring spoon?▾
A measuring spoon is calibrated to exactly 15 ml (US standard). Regular kitchen tablespoons vary 12-18 ml. For baking precision, use measuring spoons or a kitchen scale.
How do I measure tablespoons accurately?▾
For dry ingredients (sugar, flour, salt): scoop and level off with the back of a knife. Don't pack or heap unless the recipe specifies 'heaping tablespoon'.