How many grams is 1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb)?

1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb) is 13.2 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 tablespoons is 6.6 grams and 2 tablespoons is 26.4 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact grams reading at any amount.

How many tablespoons of baking soda (bicarb) is 13.2 grams?

13.2 grams of baking soda (bicarb) is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between tablespoons and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.

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How much is 1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb)?

1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb) (Sodium Bicarbonate) is 13.2 grams, about 0.42 ounces. 0.5 tablespoons of baking soda (bicarb) is 6.6 grams and 2 tablespoons is 26.4 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 →
With a leavener like baking soda (bicarb) this matters: a tablespoon is a small amount and the chemistry is unforgiving. Too much and the bake domes, cracks, then sinks with a soapy tang. Too little and it stays dense. Use a real measuring spoon and level the top.

Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is a versatile leavening agent used in baking. When combined with acidic ingredients like yoghurt, lemon juice, or vinegar, it produces carbon dioxide gas, which helps dough and batter rise. Baking soda is commonly used in recipes for cookies, cakes, and quick breads.

Baking soda is roughly three times stronger than baking powder, so even a small over-measure can leave a soapy, metallic taste. Measuring by weight rather than volume gives you more consistent results. Use the converter below for grams, cups, teaspoons, and more.

Also known as

Sodium Bicarbonate
Bicarbonate of Soda
Bicarb
Bread Soda
Cooking Soda
Saleratus

Baking powder is baking soda already blended with a dry acid and a starch, so it is milder and acts on its own without extra acidic ingredients. To swap baking soda for baking powder, use roughly three times as much and drop any added acid from the recipe. See our Baking Powder converter.

Cream of tartar is the acid that pairs with baking soda to replace baking powder. Use the cream of tartar converter for teaspoon and gram conversions. See our Cream of Tartar converter.

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

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Common Baking Soda (Bicarb) Conversions

Here are the most common baking soda (bicarb) conversions from tablespoons to grams.

Tablespoons	Grams
1 tbsp	13.2 g
2 tbsp	26.4 g
3 tbsp	39.6 g
4 tbsp	52.8 g
6 tbsp	79.2 g
8 tbsp	105.6 g
10 tbsp	132 g
12 tbsp	158.4 g
16 tbsp	211.2 g

Baking Soda (Bicarb) Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting baking soda (bicarb) from Tablespoon to other measurements.

tbsp	cup	grams	ounces	cup(US)	tsp
1 tbsp	0.06 cup	13.2 g	0.42 oz	0.06 cup (US)	3 tsp
2 tbsp	0.12 cup	26.4 g	0.84 oz	0.13 cup (US)	6 tsp
3 tbsp	0.18 cup	39.6 g	1.26 oz	0.19 cup (US)	9 tsp
4 tbsp	0.24 cup	52.8 g	1.68 oz	0.25 cup (US)	12 tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb)?: 1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb) is 13.2 grams, or 0.42 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 tablespoons of baking soda (bicarb) is 6.6 grams and 2 tablespoons is 26.4 grams. Whatever unit your recipe uses, enter the amount in the converter above or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common quantities. Open the baking soda (bicarb) converter
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb)?: 1 tablespoon of baking soda (bicarb) is 13.2 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 tablespoons is 6.6 grams and 2 tablespoons is 26.4 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact grams reading at any amount.
How many tablespoons of baking soda (bicarb) is 13.2 grams?: 13.2 grams of baking soda (bicarb) is 1 tablespoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between tablespoons and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.

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