Convert Sugar from Tablespoon to Grams
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of sugar?
1 tablespoon of sugar (granulated sugar) is 12 grams. 2 tablespoons of sugar is 24 grams. 1/2 tablespoon of sugar is 6 grams. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of sugar is 3 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 sugar weighs about 12 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 11.8 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 16 grams.
- A little over or under won't ruin the bake. An extra spoon mainly makes it sweeter.
Related Sugar Ingredients
Caster sugar is more finely milled than granulated sugar, so it dissolves faster and is the better choice for meringues and delicate sponges. They are close in weight (225 g vs 200 g per cup); swap 1:1 by volume in most recipes. See what 1 tablespoon of caster sugar is in grams.
Brown sugar contains molasses, adding moisture and a caramel flavour that granulated sugar lacks. Packed, it weighs more by cup (220 g vs 200 g), so weigh it when swapping to keep the sweetness and texture on track. See what 1 tablespoon of brown sugar is in grams.
Icing sugar is granulated sugar ground to a powder, used for frostings and dusting rather than creaming into batters. It packs lighter (125 g vs 200 g per cup), so the two are not a straight 1:1 swap. See what 1 tablespoon of icing sugar is in grams.
Raw sugar is a coarser, less refined cane sugar with larger crystals and a faint molasses taste. It weighs about the same per cup (200 g each) and swaps 1:1 by volume, adding crunch and a subtle caramel note. See what 1 tablespoon of raw sugar is in grams.
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Common Sugar Conversions
Here are the most common sugar conversions from tablespoons to grams.
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 12 g |
| 2 tbsp | 24 g |
| 3 tbsp | 36 g |
| 4 tbsp | 48 g |
| 6 tbsp | 72 g |
| 8 tbsp | 96 g |
| 10 tbsp | 120 g |
| 12 tbsp | 144 g |
| 16 tbsp | 192 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 100 grams of sugar in tablespoons.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is 1 tablespoon of sugar in grams?
- 1 tablespoon of sugar is 12 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of sugar is 24 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 6 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 sugar converter
- How many grams is 1.5 tablespoons of sugar?
- 1.5 tablespoons of sugar is 18 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of sugar is 12 grams and 2 tablespoons is 24 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 sugar in grams?
- 2 tablespoons of sugar is 24 grams. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of sugar is 12 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 sugar is 12 grams?
- 12 grams of sugar 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 granulated sugar in grams?
- Granulated sugar is another name for sugar, so 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar is 12 grams, exactly the same as sugar. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 24 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 6 grams. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.