Convert Active Dry Yeast from Tablespoon to Grams

How many grams is 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast?

1 tablespoon of active dry yeast (dried yeast) is 9 grams. 2 tablespoons of active dry yeast is 18 grams. 1/2 tablespoon of active dry yeast is 4.5 grams. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of active dry yeast is 2.25 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • A tablespoon here is the 15 ml metric standard, about 16.67 to a metric cup, the same size as a UK tablespoon. A US tablespoon is smaller at 14.79 ml, so US cooks measuring with US spoons need slightly more. An Australian tablespoon is larger at 20 ml, so it holds about a third more. When tablespoon size matters
  • One metric tablespoon of active dry yeast weighs about 9 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 8.9 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 12 grams.
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

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Related Active Dry Yeast Ingredients

Instant yeast is milled finer and dissolves straight into dry ingredients, while active dry yeast needs to be rehydrated in warm liquid first. Swap one for the other 1:1 by weight, and expect a similar rise as long as you adjust the method to match. See what 1 tablespoon of instant yeast is in grams.

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Common Active Dry Yeast Conversions

Here are the most common active dry yeast conversions from tablespoons to grams.

TablespoonsGrams
1 tbsp9 g
2 tbsp18 g
3 tbsp27 g
4 tbsp36 g
6 tbsp54 g
8 tbsp72 g
10 tbsp90 g
12 tbsp108 g
16 tbsp144 g

For tablespoons to grams with a different ingredient, use the tablespoons to grams converter for a quick-reference table.

For the reverse conversion, see 15 grams of active dry yeast in tablespoons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast in grams?
1 tablespoon of active dry yeast is 9 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of active dry yeast is 18 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 4.5 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the active dry yeast converter
How many grams is 1.5 tablespoons of active dry yeast?
1.5 tablespoons of active dry yeast is 13.5 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast is 9 grams and 2 tablespoons is 18 grams. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart above for the common ones.
What is 2 tablespoons of active dry yeast in grams?
2 tablespoons of active dry yeast is 18 grams. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast is 9 grams, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact grams reading.
How many tablespoons of active dry yeast is 9 grams?
9 grams of active dry yeast is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between grams and tablespoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists tablespoons but you would rather weigh or measure in grams. The converter above and the chart above cover both directions for any amount.
How much is 1 tablespoon of dried yeast in grams?
Dried yeast is another name for active dry yeast, so 1 tablespoon of dried yeast is 9 grams, exactly the same as active dry yeast. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 18 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 4.5 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.