Convert Molasses from Tablespoon

How much is 1 tablespoon of molasses?

1 tablespoon of molasses (blackstrap molasses) is 20.4 grams, about 0.72 ounces. 0.5 tablespoons of molasses is 10.2 grams and 2 tablespoons is 40.8 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 molasses weighs about 20.4 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 20.1 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 27.2 grams.

Molasses is a thick, dark syrup produced as a byproduct of refining cane sugar into white crystals. When a recipe calls for it by weight, one metric cup (250 ml) is around 340 grams or 12 ounces. Its bittersweet depth gives gingerbread, treacle tart, and dark rye bread their distinctive flavour.

Molasses clings to measuring cups and spoons, so weighing in grams gives a more reliable result. Pour it directly onto a scale for the cleanest measurement.

Also known as

  • blackstrap molasses
  • treacle

Honey and molasses are both thick liquid sweeteners and close in weight (honey 350 g, molasses 340 g per cup), but honey is golden and floral while molasses is dark and bittersweet. Use them interchangeably only in recipes that can handle the strong, distinctive flavour of molasses. See honey in tablespoons.

Golden syrup is slightly heavier (350 g vs 340 g per cup) and has a mild buttery toffee taste, while molasses is darker and more bitter. They are not a clean 1:1 swap in flavour-sensitive bakes; weigh and expect a milder, sweeter result from golden syrup. See golden syrup in tablespoons.

Maple syrup is lighter (325 g vs 340 g per cup) and thinner with a delicate caramel taste, while molasses is dense and bittersweet. Swap only in recipes that can handle a much stronger, darker flavour. See maple syrup in tablespoons.

Brown sugar is made by mixing white sugar with molasses, so the two are closely related in flavour. In some recipes you can replace a portion of brown sugar with a smaller amount of molasses, though the texture will change as molasses adds moisture without bulk. See brown sugar in tablespoons.

Palm sugar is a dry, granulated sweetener with earthy, caramel notes that come partly from the same compounds molasses contributes to other sugars. It is not a direct liquid substitute, but the two share a similar flavour role in dark, spiced bakes. See palm sugar in tablespoons.

Parisian essence is a thinner caramel browning liquid, much lighter than molasses (230 g vs 340 g per cup). Use it to deepen the colour and add a malty note to cakes and gravies. See parisian essence in tablespoons.

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Common Molasses Conversions

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

TablespoonsGrams
1 tbsp20.4 g
2 tbsp40.8 g
3 tbsp61.2 g
4 tbsp81.6 g
6 tbsp122.4 g
8 tbsp163.2 g
10 tbsp204 g
12 tbsp244.8 g
16 tbsp326.4 g

Molasses Conversion Chart

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

tbspcupgramsouncescup(US)tspmlfl oz
1 tbsp0.06 cup20.4 g0.72 oz0.06 cup (US)3 tsp15 ml0.51 fl oz
2 tbsp0.12 cup40.8 g1.44 oz0.13 cup (US)6 tsp30 ml1.01 fl oz
3 tbsp0.18 cup61.2 g2.16 oz0.19 cup (US)9 tsp45 ml1.52 fl oz
4 tbsp0.24 cup81.6 g2.88 oz0.25 cup (US)12 tsp60 ml2.03 fl oz

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 tablespoon of molasses?
1 tablespoon of molasses is 20.4 grams, or 0.72 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 tablespoons of molasses is 10.2 grams and 2 tablespoons is 40.8 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 molasses converter
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of molasses?
1 tablespoon of molasses is 20.4 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 tablespoons is 10.2 grams and 2 tablespoons is 40.8 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 tablespoon molasses in grams
How many tablespoons of molasses is 20.4 grams?
20.4 grams of molasses 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.
What is 1 tablespoon of molasses in ounces?
1 tablespoon of molasses is 0.72 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 tablespoons is 0.36 ounces and 2 tablespoons is 1.44 ounces. Use the converter above for any other amount, or see the chart on this page for the common quantities at a glance. 1 tablespoon molasses in ounces
How do tablespoons and cups compare as units?
Tablespoons 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. Tablespoons to cups

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