Convert Applesauce from Tablespoon to Cup

How many cups is 1 tablespoon of applesauce?

1 tablespoon of applesauce (apple puree) is 0.06 cups. 2 tablespoons of applesauce is 0.12 cups. 1/2 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.03 cups. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of applesauce is 0.01 cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the metric cup (250 ml). A US cup is slightly smaller at 240 ml, so it holds a little less. Use the US cup converter →
  • Cup sizes are not standard worldwide, so the same cup of an ingredient can weigh more or less depending on the country. What is a cup measurement →
  • 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 →
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Applesauce is cooked apple pulp blended into a smooth puree, sometimes sweetened or spiced with cinnamon. One metric cup (250 ml) weighs around 250 grams or 8.82 ounces. In baking, unsweetened applesauce works as a fat replacer in muffins and quick breads, and as an egg substitute (1/4 cup per egg) for moisture-driven recipes.

Recipes often list applesauce in cups or tablespoons, but jars come labelled in grams or ounces. Converting between the two helps you swap it cleanly for eggs or oil without throwing the recipe off.

Also known as

  • apple puree

Applesauce Calculator

Using applesauce as an egg substitute? Our calculator works out the exact amount for any number of eggs.

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Mashed banana works the same way as applesauce in bakes, replacing eggs or fat with extra moisture. Banana adds noticeable flavour and a touch of sweetness, while applesauce stays neutral. Swap 1:1 by volume; expect a softer, more tender crumb with banana. See our Mashed Banana converter.

Pumpkin puree subs in for applesauce in autumn bakes, adding moisture plus a mild squash flavour. Both weigh around 250 g per cup, so swap 1:1 by volume. Expect a richer colour and earthier taste with pumpkin. See our Pumpkin Puree converter.

Starting from whole apples instead of a jar? The apple converter works out how many small, medium, or large apples to peel and stew for the cup count a recipe needs. See our Apple converter.

Out of applesauce? See applesauce substitutes →

No measuring spoons? The tool below gets you close, and a measuring spoon set keeps small amounts accurate.

Applesauce Measurement Converter

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Common Applesauce Conversions

Here are the most common applesauce conversions from tablespoons to cups.

TablespoonsCups
1 tbsp0.06 cups
2 tbsp0.12 cups
3 tbsp0.18 cups
4 tbsp0.24 cups
6 tbsp0.36 cups
8 tbsp0.48 cups
10 tbsp0.6 cups
12 tbsp0.72 cups
16 tbsp0.96 cups

Applesauce Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting applesauce from Tablespoon to Cup and other measurements.

tbspcupgramsouncescup(US)tsp
1 tbsp0.06 cup15 g0.53 oz0.06 cup (US)3 tsp
2 tbsp0.12 cup30 g1.06 oz0.13 cup (US)6 tsp
3 tbsp0.18 cup45 g1.59 oz0.19 cup (US)9 tsp
4 tbsp0.24 cup60 g2.12 oz0.25 cup (US)12 tsp

This is a volume conversion, so the result is the same for every ingredient. Use the tablespoons to cups volume converter to switch between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres without weighing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cups is 1 tablespoon of applesauce?
1 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.06 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of applesauce is 0.12 cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 cups. 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 applesauce converter
How many cups is 1.5 tablespoons of applesauce?
1.5 tablespoons of applesauce is 0.09 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
How many cups is 2 tablespoons of applesauce?
2 tablespoons of applesauce is 0.12 cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.06 cups, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact cups reading.
How many tablespoons of applesauce is 0.06 cups?
0.06 cups of applesauce is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups and tablespoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists tablespoons but you would rather weigh or measure in cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How many cups is 1 tablespoon of apple puree?
Apple puree is another name for applesauce, so 1 tablespoon of apple puree is 0.06 cups, exactly the same as applesauce. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are applesauce and apple puree the same thing?
Yes. Apple puree is another name for applesauce, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.06 cups under either name, and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 tbsp applesauce in cups?
1/2 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.03 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.
What is 1/4 tbsp applesauce in cups?
1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of applesauce is 0.01 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of applesauce is 0.06 cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.12 cups. Quarter amounts often come up when scaling a recipe down step by step, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts.

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