Grams to Tablespoons Converter
Free grams to tablespoons converter for cooking and baking. Convert between grams and tablespoons for water, flour, sugar, salt, butter, oil, honey, and more. Supports US tablespoons (14.79 ml) and metric tablespoons (15 ml). Perfect for recipe conversions and precise measurements.
Last updated: January 23, 2026
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Different ingredients have different densities, affecting the conversion
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Conversion Info:
Flour: 1 tbsp (15 ml) = 9.0 g
Enter a value in either field to convert. Conversions update automatically as you type. Note: Results are approximations as ingredient densities can vary between manufacturers.
How to Use the Grams to Tablespoons Converter
Converting between grams and tablespoons is essential for accurate cooking and baking. Since different ingredients have different densities, the conversion factor varies by ingredient type. Our calculator handles this automatically.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Select your ingredient from the dropdown menu (water, flour, sugar, butter, etc.)
- Choose tablespoon unit - US tablespoon (14.79 ml) or metric tablespoon (15 ml)
- Enter your value in either grams or tablespoons field
- Get instant conversion - the calculator automatically converts to the other unit
- For custom ingredients, select "Custom Ingredient" and enter the density in g/cm³
Why Ingredient Density Matters
Different ingredients have vastly different densities. A tablespoon of salt (18.3g) weighs more than twice as much as a tablespoon of flour (9g) because salt is much denser. This is why volume measurements can be inaccurate for baking - professional chefs prefer weight measurements (grams) for precision.
Common Ingredient Conversions
| Ingredient | Grams per tbsp | US tbsp (14.79 ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 15.0 g | 14.8 g |
| Milk | 15.5 g | 15.2 g |
| Flour | 9.0 g | 8.9 g |
| Sugar | 12.7 g | 12.5 g |
| Salt | 18.3 g | 18.0 g |
| Honey | 21.3 g | 21.0 g |
| Butter | 14.4 g | 14.2 g |
| Oil | 13.2 g | 13.0 g |
| Cacao | 7.8 g | 7.7 g |
| Maple Syrup | 19.8 g | 19.5 g |
Note: Values are approximations. Actual weights can vary based on brand, packing method, and temperature.
Tablespoons in a Cup
Understanding the relationship between tablespoons and cups is helpful for recipe conversions. In the US measurement system:
- 1 cup = 16 tablespoons
- 1/2 cup = 8 tablespoons
- 1/3 cup = 5.33 tablespoons
- 1/4 cup = 4 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons
- 1/2 tablespoon = 1.5 teaspoons
- To convert grams to teaspoons, divide grams per tablespoon by 3
Volume vs Weight: Which is Better?
In everyday cooking, we often use a mix of volume (cups, tablespoons) and weight (grams, ounces) units. However, professional chefs recommend using weight measurements for accuracy and consistency.
- ✓ Quick and convenient
- ✓ No scale needed
- ✗ Less accurate
- ✗ Varies with packing method
- ✗ Different results between brands
- ✓ Highly accurate
- ✓ Consistent results
- ✓ Reproducible
- ✗ Requires kitchen scale
- ✗ Slightly more time-consuming
Tip: For most home cooking, volume measurements work fine. However, for precise baking (especially bread, pastries, and cakes), weight measurements (grams) are recommended for consistent results. Our converter helps bridge the gap between these measurement systems.
Conversion Examples
Input: 50 grams of flour
Calculation: 50 ÷ 9 = 5.56
Result: 5.56 tablespoons
Since 1 tablespoon of flour weighs approximately 9 grams
Input: 3 tablespoons of sugar
Calculation: 3 × 12.7 = 38.1
Result: 38.1 grams
Since 1 tablespoon of sugar weighs approximately 12.7 grams
Input: 100 grams of butter
Calculation: 100 ÷ 14.4 = 6.94
Result: 6.94 tablespoons
Since 1 tablespoon of butter weighs approximately 14.4 grams
Input: 2 tablespoons of salt
Calculation: 2 × 18.3 = 36.6
Result: 36.6 grams
Since 1 tablespoon of salt weighs approximately 18.3 grams
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