How many grams is 1 teaspoon of heavy cream?

1 teaspoon of heavy cream is 4.8 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 teaspoons is 2.4 grams and 2 teaspoons is 9.6 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 teaspoons of heavy cream is 4.8 grams?

4.8 grams of heavy cream is 1 teaspoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between teaspoons 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.

What is 1 teaspoon of heavy cream in ounces?

1 teaspoon of heavy cream is 0.17 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 teaspoons is 0.08 ounces and 2 teaspoons is 0.34 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance.

How do teaspoons and cups compare as units?

Teaspoons and cups are both volume units, so the conversion between them does not vary by ingredient. One metric cup holds about 16.67 tablespoons or 50 teaspoons, and the ratio stays fixed regardless of what you are measuring. The volume converter handles any amount between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres.

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How much is 1 teaspoon of heavy cream?

1 teaspoon of heavy cream (double cream) is 4.8 grams, about 0.17 ounces. 0.5 teaspoons of heavy cream is 2.4 grams and 2 teaspoons is 9.6 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

A teaspoon here is the 5 ml standard, the same in the UK, Europe, and Australia. A US teaspoon is fractionally smaller at about 4.9 ml. When teaspoon size matters →

Heavy cream is dairy cream with a fat content of around 36% or more, sold as 'heavy cream' in the US, 'double cream' in the UK, and 'thickened cream' in Australia. One metric cup (250 ml) weighs around 240 grams or 8.47 ounces. It whips into stiff peaks, pours into coffee, and stirs into sauces, ganaches, and ice creams.

Cream cartons are sold by volume in millilitres or fluid ounces, but bakes and sauces often call for grams, cups, or tablespoons. Converting between the four lets you measure once, without guessing how much is left in the carton.

Also known as

double cream
heavy whipping cream
thickened cream

Whipping cream is lighter than heavy cream, with around 30 to 35% fat instead of 36% and above. They are close in weight (238 g vs 240 g per cup), so swap 1:1; heavy cream holds stiff peaks longer and is the safer choice for piped decorations. See whipping cream in teaspoons.

Crème fraîche is cultured cream with a tang that heavy cream lacks, though both share a high fat content. They are close in weight (230 g vs 240 g per cup), so swap 1:1 in sauces and toppings; heavy cream is the one to reach for when you need to whip. See crème fraîche in teaspoons.

Sour cream is cultured cream, thicker and tangier than heavy cream though similar in weight (250 g vs 240 g per cup). To swap in sauces, stir 1 teaspoon of lemon juice into 1 cup of heavy cream to mimic the tang; heavy cream alone gives a milder, sweeter result. See sour cream in teaspoons.

Heavy cream is far richer than milk, with around 36% fat compared to 3 to 4% in whole milk. They are close in weight (240 g vs 258 g per cup), but mixing 3/4 cup of milk with 1/4 cup of melted butter gives a closer stand-in for heavy cream in cooked sauces. See milk in teaspoons.

Coconut cream is plant-based with around 24% fat, while heavy cream is dairy fat at 36%. They are close in weight (245 g vs 240 g per cup); swap 1:1 by volume for vegan whipped cream or ganache, with the trade-off of a coconut flavour. See coconut cream in teaspoons.

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Common Heavy Cream Conversions

Here are the most common heavy cream conversions from teaspoons to grams.

Teaspoons	Grams
0.25 tsp	1.2 g
0.5 tsp	2.4 g
1 tsp	4.8 g
2 tsp	9.6 g
3 tsp	14.4 g
4 tsp	19.2 g
6 tsp	28.8 g
8 tsp	38.4 g
12 tsp	57.6 g

Heavy Cream Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting heavy cream from Teaspoon to other measurements.

tsp	cup	grams	ounces	cup(US)	tbsp	ml	fl oz
1 tsp	0.02 cup	4.8 g	0.17 oz	0.02 cup (US)	0.33 tbsp	5 ml	0.17 fl oz
2 tsp	0.04 cup	9.6 g	0.34 oz	0.04 cup (US)	0.67 tbsp	10 ml	0.34 fl oz
3 tsp	0.06 cup	14.4 g	0.51 oz	0.06 cup (US)	1 tbsp	15 ml	0.51 fl oz
4 tsp	0.08 cup	19.2 g	0.68 oz	0.08 cup (US)	1.33 tbsp	20 ml	0.68 fl oz

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 teaspoon of heavy cream?: 1 teaspoon of heavy cream is 4.8 grams, or 0.17 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 teaspoons of heavy cream is 2.4 grams and 2 teaspoons is 9.6 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 heavy cream converter
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of heavy cream?: 1 teaspoon of heavy cream is 4.8 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 teaspoons is 2.4 grams and 2 teaspoons is 9.6 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. 1 teaspoon heavy cream in grams
How many teaspoons of heavy cream is 4.8 grams?: 4.8 grams of heavy cream is 1 teaspoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between teaspoons 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.
What is 1 teaspoon of heavy cream in ounces?: 1 teaspoon of heavy cream is 0.17 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 teaspoons is 0.08 ounces and 2 teaspoons is 0.34 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance. 1 teaspoon heavy cream in ounces
How do teaspoons and cups compare as units?: Teaspoons and cups are both volume units, so the conversion between them does not vary by ingredient. One metric cup holds about 16.67 tablespoons or 50 teaspoons, and the ratio stays fixed regardless of what you are measuring. The volume converter handles any amount between cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and millilitres. Teaspoons to cups

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