Convert Plain Flour from Tablespoon to Grams

How many grams is 1 tablespoon of plain flour?

1 tablespoon of plain flour (All-Purpose Flour) is 8.4 grams. 2 tablespoons of plain flour is 16.8 grams. 1/2 tablespoon of plain flour is 4.2 grams. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of plain flour is 2.1 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 plain flour weighs about 8.4 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 8.3 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 11.2 grams.
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.
  • Flour settles, so a cup's weight depends on how it is filled. This page uses 140 g for a metric cup spooned and levelled. Sifted it can drop to about 125 g; scooped and packed it can reach 160 g. Weigh for the most reliable result.

Plain flour (also known as all-purpose flour) is one of the most commonly used ingredients in baking and cooking. It has a moderate protein content, making it versatile enough for pastries, breads, sauces, and coatings. In the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, it’s called plain flour, while in the US and Canada, it’s known as all-purpose flour.

Since different countries use different measurement systems (and flour can settle when scooped), converting between grams, cups, and tablespoons helps ensure your recipes turn out just right. Use this page to easily convert plain flour for any recipe.

Also known as

  • All-Purpose Flour

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Cake flour is softer and lower in protein than plain flour (around 7 to 9% vs 10 to 12%), giving a more tender crumb. It is lighter per cup (130 g vs 140 g); for a quick stand-in when out of cake flour, sift 1 cup of plain flour with 2 tablespoons removed and replaced with cornstarch. See what 1 tablespoon of cake flour is in grams.

Bread flour carries more protein than plain flour (around 12 to 14% vs 10 to 12%), giving stronger gluten and a chewier crumb in yeasted bakes. It is slightly heavier per cup (150 g vs 140 g); swap by weight in pizza, sandwich loaves, and bagels for a more open, chewy texture. See what 1 tablespoon of bread flour is in grams.

Self-raising flour is plain flour with baking powder already blended in, matched in weight per cup (140 g each). Use the self-raising flour calculator to make your own from plain flour, or swap to plain flour and add your own leavener. See what 1 tablespoon of self raising flour is in grams.

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8.4 Grams

Common Plain Flour Conversions

Here are the most common plain flour conversions from tablespoons to grams.

TablespoonsGrams
1 tbsp8.4 g
2 tbsp16.8 g
3 tbsp25.2 g
4 tbsp33.6 g
6 tbsp50.4 g
8 tbsp67.2 g
10 tbsp84 g
12 tbsp100.8 g
16 tbsp134.4 g

Plain Flour Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting plain flour from Tablespoon to Grams and other measurements.

tbspgramscupounceslbkgcup(US)tsp
1 tbsp8.4 g0.06 cup0.3 oz0.02 lb0.01 kg0.06 cup (US)3 tsp
2 tbsp16.8 g0.12 cup0.59 oz0.04 lb0.02 kg0.13 cup (US)6 tsp
3 tbsp25.2 g0.18 cup0.89 oz0.06 lb0.03 kg0.19 cup (US)9 tsp
4 tbsp33.6 g0.24 cup1.19 oz0.07 lb0.03 kg0.25 cup (US)12 tsp

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

For the reverse conversion, see 100 grams of plain flour in tablespoons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 tablespoon of plain flour in grams?
1 tablespoon of plain flour is 8.4 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of plain flour is 16.8 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 4.2 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 plain flour converter
How many grams is 1.5 tablespoons of plain flour?
1.5 tablespoons of plain flour is 12.6 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of plain flour is 8.4 grams and 2 tablespoons is 16.8 grams. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
What is 2 tablespoons of plain flour in grams?
2 tablespoons of plain flour is 16.8 grams. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of plain flour is 8.4 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 plain flour is 8.4 grams?
8.4 grams of plain flour 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 below cover both directions for any amount.
How much is 1 tablespoon of All-Purpose Flour in grams?
All-Purpose Flour is another name for plain flour, so 1 tablespoon of All-Purpose Flour is 8.4 grams, exactly the same as plain flour. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 16.8 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 4.2 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are plain flour and All-Purpose Flour the same thing?
Yes. All-Purpose Flour is another name for plain flour, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 tablespoon of plain flour is 8.4 grams under either name, and 2 tablespoons is 16.8 grams. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 tbsp plain flour in grams?
1/2 tablespoon of plain flour is 4.2 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of plain flour is 8.4 grams and 2 tablespoons is 16.8 grams. 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 plain flour in grams?
1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of plain flour is 2.1 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of plain flour is 8.4 grams and 2 tablespoons is 16.8 grams. 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.
Why does a cup of flour vary in weight?
Flour compresses easily, so how you fill the cup changes the weight. Spooned lightly and levelled, a metric cup of plain flour is about 140 grams. Sifted first it can fall to around 125 grams, while scooping straight from the bag and packing it down can push it to 160 grams. For consistent baking, weigh flour on a scale rather than measuring by cup.

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