Teaspoons to Grams Converter
One US teaspoon of baking powder weighs 4.0 grams, one teaspoon of table salt weighs 6.08 grams, and one teaspoon of active dry yeast weighs 3.15 grams.
Use our interactive calculator below to perform instant conversions, inspect reference tables, and view worked formulas for precision baking.
Teaspoons to Grams Converter
Perform instant live conversions for teaspoons to grams across 540+ baking ingredients.
Custom package weights override standard database densities for this session without altering official database records.
Mathematical Formula & Step-by-Step Example
Worked Step-by-Step Example
To convert 2 teaspoons of baking soda (density 4.58g/tsp): 2 tsp × 4.58g/tsp = 9.16 grams.
Teaspoons to Grams Converter Reference Matrix
Teaspoons to Grams Converter pre-calculated values for common recipe amounts.
| Input Amount (teaspoons) | Converted Result (grams) | Culinary Usage Note |
|---|---|---|
| ¼ tsp | 0.65g (AP Flour) / 1.04g (Sugar) / 1.52g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| ½ tsp | 1.30g (AP Flour) / 2.08g (Sugar) / 3.04g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| ¾ tsp | 1.95g (AP Flour) / 3.13g (Sugar) / 4.56g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 1 tsp | 2.60g (AP Flour) / 4.17g (Sugar) / 6.08g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 1 ¼ tsp | 3.26g (AP Flour) / 5.21g (Sugar) / 7.60g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 1 ½ tsp | 3.91g (AP Flour) / 6.25g (Sugar) / 9.12g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 1 ¾ tsp | 4.56g (AP Flour) / 7.29g (Sugar) / 10.64g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 2 tsp | 5.21g (AP Flour) / 8.33g (Sugar) / 12.16g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 2 ¼ tsp (1 pkg yeast) | 5.86g (AP Flour) / 9.38g (Sugar) / 7.00g (Yeast) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 2 ½ tsp | 6.51g (AP Flour) / 10.42g (Sugar) / 15.20g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 3 tsp (1 tbsp) | 7.81g (AP Flour) / 12.50g (Sugar) / 18.24g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 4 tsp | 10.42g (AP Flour) / 16.67g (Sugar) / 24.32g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 5 tsp | 13.02g (AP Flour) / 20.83g (Sugar) / 30.40g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 6 tsp (2 tbsp) | 15.63g (AP Flour) / 25.00g (Sugar) / 36.48g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 8 tsp | 20.83g (AP Flour) / 33.33g (Sugar) / 48.64g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 9 tsp (3 tbsp) | 23.44g (AP Flour) / 37.50g (Sugar) / 54.72g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 12 tsp (¼ cup) | 31.25g (AP Flour) / 50.00g (Sugar) / 72.96g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 16 tsp | 41.67g (AP Flour) / 66.67g (Sugar) / 97.28g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 24 tsp (½ cup) | 62.50g (AP Flour) / 100.00g (Sugar) / 145.92g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
| 48 tsp (1 cup) | 125.00g (AP Flour) / 200.00g (Sugar) / 291.84g (Salt) | Standard kitchen recipe portion |
20-Ingredient Density Variance Comparison Table
Demonstrating how different ingredient densities change the volume and mass relationships for this conversion.
| Ingredient Name | Category | US Cup Density | Conversion Output |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | flours-and-starches | 125g / US Cup | 2.60g |
| Bread Flour | flours-and-starches | 130g / US Cup | 2.71g |
| Cake Flour | flours-and-starches | 115g / US Cup | 2.40g |
| Whole Wheat Flour | flours-and-starches | 120g / US Cup | 2.50g |
| Almond Flour | flours-and-starches | 112g / US Cup | 2.33g |
| Granulated Sugar | sugars-and-sweeteners | 200g / US Cup | 4.17g |
| Packed Brown Sugar | sugars-and-sweeteners | 220g / US Cup | 4.58g |
| Powdered Sugar (Confectioners) | sugars-and-sweeteners | 120g / US Cup | 2.50g |
| Butter (Softened / Sticks) | fats-and-oils | 227g / US Cup | 4.73g |
| Vegetable / Canola Oil | fats-and-oils | 218g / US Cup | 4.54g |
| Olive Oil | fats-and-oils | 216g / US Cup | 4.50g |
| Water (Pure / Filtered) | liquids | 237g / US Cup | 4.94g |
| Whole Milk (3.25%) | dairy-and-eggs | 245g / US Cup | 5.10g |
| Heavy Whipping Cream (36%) | dairy-and-eggs | 238g / US Cup | 4.96g |
| Rolled Oats (Old-Fashioned) | grains-and-rice | 90g / US Cup | 1.87g |
| Uncooked White Rice | grains-and-rice | 185g / US Cup | 3.85g |
| Unsweetened Cocoa Powder | chocolate-and-cocoa | 85g / US Cup | 1.77g |
| Honey | sugars-and-sweeteners | 340g / US Cup | 7.08g |
| Pure Maple Syrup | sugars-and-sweeteners | 322g / US Cup | 6.71g |
| Cornstarch (Corn Flour) | flours-and-starches | 112g / US Cup | 2.33g |
Understanding Teaspoons to Grams Converter in Professional Baking
Converting teaspoons to grams is essential when adapting vintage hand-written recipe cards to professional baker percentages. Minor ingredients like spices, leavening agents, and extracts dictate structural performance.
Our tool calculates mass by applying 1/48th of the bulk cup density for over 540 ingredients. Knowing that 1 tsp of salt weighs 6.08 grams while 1 tsp of flour weighs 2.6 grams helps prevent seasoning errors.
When executing high-ratio cake formulas or sourdough bread levains, weighing out small teaspoon quantities on a precision digital scale ensures exact repeatability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of cinnamon?
One US teaspoon of ground cinnamon weighs approximately 2.6 grams.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract?
One US teaspoon of pure liquid vanilla extract weighs approximately 4.2 grams.
Is a US teaspoon identical to a metric teaspoon?
A US customary teaspoon is 4.93 ml, whereas a metric teaspoon is standardized at 5.00 ml. The 1.4% difference is negligible for everyday cooking.
Why do different salt brands have different teaspoon weights?
Crystal size creates air gaps. Fine table salt is dense (6.08g/tsp), Morton Kosher is medium (4.8g/tsp), and Diamond Crystal Kosher is light and flaky (2.8g/tsp).
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