Teaspoons to Grams Converter
Convert teaspoons to grams for any cooking or baking ingredient. This teaspoons to grams calculator multiplies the number of teaspoons by the weight of the ingredient per teaspoon. Essential for converting US recipe measurements to metric weight for precision baking, medication dosing, and nutritional tracking. Also see our Grams to Teaspoons converter for the reverse calculation.
How to Convert Teaspoons to Grams
To convert teaspoons to grams, multiply the number of teaspoons by the grams-per-teaspoon value for your specific ingredient. One standard metric teaspoon holds 5 mL of volume, but the weight varies based on ingredient density.
Formula:
grams = teaspoons × grams per teaspoon
Example: 2 tsp sugar × 4.2 g/tsp = 8.4 grams
Teaspoons to Grams Conversion Table
| Ingredient | 1 tsp | 2 tsp | 3 tsp (1 tbsp) | 5 tsp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granulated Sugar | 4.2 g | 8.4 g | 12.6 g | 21.0 g |
| Salt (table) | 6 g | 12.0 g | 18.0 g | 30.0 g |
| Baking Soda | 4.6 g | 9.2 g | 13.8 g | 23.0 g |
| Baking Powder | 4 g | 8.0 g | 12.0 g | 20.0 g |
| All-Purpose Flour | 2.5 g | 5.0 g | 7.5 g | 12.5 g |
| Cocoa Powder | 1.8 g | 3.6 g | 5.4 g | 9.0 g |
| Cornstarch | 2.7 g | 5.4 g | 8.1 g | 13.5 g |
| Cinnamon (ground) | 2.6 g | 5.2 g | 7.8 g | 13.0 g |
| Vanilla Extract | 4.2 g | 8.4 g | 12.6 g | 21.0 g |
| Olive Oil | 4.5 g | 9.0 g | 13.5 g | 22.5 g |
| Honey | 7.1 g | 14.2 g | 21.3 g | 35.5 g |
| Butter | 4.7 g | 9.4 g | 14.1 g | 23.5 g |
| Water | 4.93 g | 9.9 g | 14.8 g | 24.6 g |
| Yeast (active dry) | 3.1 g | 6.2 g | 9.3 g | 15.5 g |
Teaspoons vs Tablespoons vs Cups
Understanding the relationship: 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon, 48 teaspoons = 1 cup. When a recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of an ingredient, that equals 3 teaspoons. The gram weight of 1 tablespoon is simply 3× the teaspoon value shown in the table above.
Common Quick Conversions
- 1 tsp sugar = 4.2 grams
- 1 tsp salt = 6 grams
- 1 tsp baking powder = 4 grams
- 1 tsp baking soda = 4.6 grams
- 1 tsp cinnamon = 2.6 grams
- 1 tsp vanilla extract = 4.2 grams
- 1 tsp honey = 7.1 grams
- 1 tsp yeast = 3.1 grams
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of sugar?
1 teaspoon of granulated sugar weighs approximately 4.2 grams. This is one of the most common conversions in baking and nutrition tracking.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of salt?
1 teaspoon of table salt weighs approximately 6 grams. Note that kosher salt is lighter — Morton kosher salt is about 4.8g/tsp and Diamond Crystal is about 3.6g/tsp due to different crystal shapes.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of baking powder?
1 teaspoon of baking powder weighs approximately 4 grams. Most recipes call for 1-2 teaspoons (4-8 grams) per cup of flour.
Is 5 grams equal to 1 teaspoon?
Not exactly — it depends on the ingredient. 5 grams equals 1 teaspoon only for water (4.93g/tsp ≈ 5g). For sugar it is 1.2 tsp, for salt it is 0.83 tsp. There is no universal 5g = 1 tsp rule.
How do I measure a teaspoon accurately?
Use a proper measuring spoon (not a silverware teaspoon). Fill it completely and level off the top with a straight edge like a knife. A heaped teaspoon can weigh 50-100% more than a level teaspoon.