Convert Gelatin from Tablespoon

Gelatin Measurement Converter

Use the tool below to convert gelatin from Tablespoon to the measurement that you need.

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.

Gelatin is an unflavoured protein powder made from collagen, used to set mousses, panna cotta, jellies, and marshmallows. One metric cup (250 ml) of powdered gelatin weighs around 150 grams or 5.29 ounces. Most recipes call for it by the packet (one packet = 7 g = about 2.3 tsp) or by the tablespoon, where 1 tbsp weighs about 9 grams.

Too little gelatin and a mousse won't hold its shape; too much and the texture turns rubbery. Measuring by weight is far more reliable than scooping, which packs the powder differently each time.

Also known as

powdered gelatin
gelatine
unflavored gelatin
Knox gelatin

Agar-agar is the plant-based alternative to gelatin, derived from seaweed. It sets firmer and holds at room temperature. Use the agar-agar converter for vegan-friendly gels and jellies. See our Agar-Agar converter.

Pectin is the fruit-based gelling agent used for jams and jellies. Unlike gelatin, it requires sugar and acid to activate. Use the pectin converter when making preserves. See our Pectin converter.

Out of gelatin? See gelatin substitutes →

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Common Gelatin Conversions

Here are the most common gelatin conversions from tablespoons to grams.

Tablespoons	Grams
1 tbsp	9 g
2 tbsp	18 g
3 tbsp	27 g
4 tbsp	36 g
6 tbsp	54 g
8 tbsp	72 g
10 tbsp	90 g
12 tbsp	108 g
16 tbsp	144 g

Gelatin Conversion Chart

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

tbsp	cup	grams	ounces	cup(US)	tsp
1 tbsp	0.06 cup	9 g	0.32 oz	0.06 cup (US)	3 tsp
2 tbsp	0.12 cup	18 g	0.63 oz	0.13 cup (US)	6 tsp
3 tbsp	0.18 cup	27 g	0.95 oz	0.19 cup (US)	9 tsp
4 tbsp	0.24 cup	36 g	1.27 oz	0.25 cup (US)	12 tsp

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