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Grams to tablespoons
There's no single answer — grams per tablespoon depends on the ingredient, because a tablespoon measures volume, not weight. Use the chart below.
Grams per tablespoon, by ingredient
| Ingredient | 1 tbsp | Grams → tbsp |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 14.8 g | 1 g ≈ 0.07 tbsp |
| Flour (all-purpose) | 7.8 g | 10 g ≈ 1.3 tbsp |
| Granulated sugar | 12.5 g | 10 g ≈ 0.8 tbsp |
| Brown sugar (packed) | 13.8 g | 10 g ≈ 0.7 tbsp |
| Butter | 14.2 g | 10 g ≈ 0.7 tbsp |
| Honey | 21 g | 10 g ≈ 0.5 tbsp |
| Cocoa powder | 7.4 g | 10 g ≈ 1.4 tbsp |
| Salt (table) | 18 g | 10 g ≈ 0.6 tbsp |
Because each ingredient has a different density, a "grams to tablespoons" answer is only meaningful per ingredient. For the full per-cup breakdown, see cups to grams.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams in a tablespoon?
It depends on the ingredient. 1 tbsp of water is 14.8 g, flour about 7.8 g, sugar about 12.5 g, butter about 14.2 g.
How many tablespoons is 10 grams of sugar?
About ¾ of a tablespoon, since 1 tbsp of granulated sugar is roughly 12.5 g.