Convert Instant Yeast from Tablespoon to Grams

How many grams is 1 tablespoon of instant yeast?

1 tablespoon of instant yeast (fast-acting yeast) is 9 grams. 2 tablespoons of instant yeast is 18 grams. 1/2 tablespoon of instant yeast is 4.5 grams. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of instant yeast is 2.25 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 instant yeast weighs about 9 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 8.9 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 12 grams.
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

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Related Instant Yeast Ingredients

Active dry yeast is granular and needs proofing in warm liquid before use, unlike instant yeast which goes straight into the dry mix. They are interchangeable 1:1 by weight, so the swap is about method rather than amount. See what 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast is in grams.

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Common Instant Yeast Conversions

Here are the most common instant yeast conversions from tablespoons to grams.

TablespoonsGrams
1 tbsp9 g
2 tbsp18 g
3 tbsp27 g
4 tbsp36 g
6 tbsp54 g
8 tbsp72 g
10 tbsp90 g
12 tbsp108 g
16 tbsp144 g

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

For the reverse conversion, see 15 grams of instant yeast in tablespoons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 tablespoon of instant yeast in grams?
1 tablespoon of instant yeast is 9 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of instant yeast is 18 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 4.5 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 instant yeast converter
How many grams is 1.5 tablespoons of instant yeast?
1.5 tablespoons of instant yeast is 13.5 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of instant yeast is 9 grams and 2 tablespoons is 18 grams. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart above for the common ones.
What is 2 tablespoons of instant yeast in grams?
2 tablespoons of instant yeast is 18 grams. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of instant yeast is 9 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 instant yeast is 9 grams?
9 grams of instant yeast 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 above cover both directions for any amount.
How much is 1 tablespoon of fast-acting yeast in grams?
Fast-acting yeast is another name for instant yeast, so 1 tablespoon of fast-acting yeast is 9 grams, exactly the same as instant yeast. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 18 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 4.5 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.