Tablespoons to Grams Converter

Enter the number of tablespoons and select your ingredient — the converter returns the weight in grams based on that ingredient's density. Choose from common baking staples like flour, sugar, butter, and water, or enter a custom density for any other substance. Perfect for precise baking measurements when your recipe uses grams but your measuring tools show tablespoons. Also try the ml to Grams Calculator.

tbsp

Enter the number of tablespoons you want to convert.

Select your ingredient to auto-fill its density.

g/mL

Used only when 'Other' is selected above. Enter the density of your ingredient in g/mL.

Results

Weight in Grams

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Density Used

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Grams per Tablespoon

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams are in a tablespoon?

It depends on the ingredient. One tablespoon of water weighs about 14.79 grams, but denser ingredients like honey weigh more (~21 g/tbsp) and lighter ones like flour weigh less (~7.8 g/tbsp). The gram weight is always calculated using the ingredient's density. See also our Cups to Grams Converter.

Why does the conversion change depending on the ingredient?

Tablespoons measure volume, while grams measure weight (mass). Different ingredients have different densities, meaning the same volume of two substances can have very different weights. For example, a tablespoon of salt is much heavier than a tablespoon of cocoa powder.

What formula is used to convert tablespoons to grams?

The formula is: grams = tablespoons × 14.7868 × density (g/mL). The value 14.7868 is the volume of one US tablespoon in milliliters. Multiplying by the ingredient's density converts that volume into a weight in grams.

What is a tablespoon in cooking?

A tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking. In the US, one tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons or approximately 14.79 mL. In Australia, a tablespoon is slightly larger at 20 mL. This converter uses the standard US tablespoon. You might also find our Teaspoons to Grams Converter useful.

What is a gram?

A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram. It is the standard unit of weight used in most cooking recipes worldwide, especially in baking where precision matters. Kitchen scales typically measure in grams.

When should I convert tablespoons to grams?

You should convert tablespoons to grams when a recipe calls for grams but you only have measuring spoons, or when you need precise measurements for baking. Weighing ingredients in grams is generally more accurate than volume measurements, especially for dry goods like flour and sugar.

Can I use this converter for liquids like milk or oil?

Yes. This converter works for both dry and liquid ingredients. Just select the appropriate ingredient from the list (e.g., Milk or Olive Oil) or enter its density manually if it's not listed. Liquids close to water will have densities near 1.00 g/mL.

What if my ingredient isn't in the list?

Select 'Other' from the ingredient dropdown and enter the density of your ingredient in g/mL in the custom density field. You can usually find density values for common foods on nutrition databases, food science references, or the ingredient's packaging.