Convert Whipping Cream from Tablespoon to Grams

How many grams is 1 tablespoon of whipping cream?

1 tablespoon of whipping cream (light whipping cream) is 14.28 grams. 2 tablespoons of whipping cream is 28.56 grams. 1/2 tablespoon of whipping cream is 7.14 grams. 1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of whipping cream is 3.57 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 whipping cream weighs about 14.3 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 14.1 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 19 grams.

Whipping cream is dairy cream with a fat content of around 30 to 35%, lighter than heavy cream but still rich enough to whip into soft peaks. One metric cup (250 ml) weighs around 238 grams or 8.4 ounces. It tops desserts, lightens pasta sauces, and folds into mousses and ice creams.

Cream cartons are sold by volume in millilitres or fluid ounces, while baking recipes often switch to grams, cups, or tablespoons. Converting between the four stops you opening a second carton when only a little is left from the first.

Also known as

  • light whipping cream

Heavy cream is the richer cousin of whipping cream, with around 36% fat or more compared to 30 to 35%. They are close in weight (240 g vs 238 g per cup), so swap 1:1; heavy cream gives a stiffer whip that holds longer for piped decorations. See what 1 tablespoon of heavy cream is in grams.

Crème fraîche is cultured cream with a tangy bite that whipping cream lacks. They are close in weight (230 g vs 238 g per cup), so swap 1:1 in sauces and toppings; whipping cream is the one to reach for when a recipe asks for whipped cream. See what 1 tablespoon of crème fraîche is in grams.

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14.28 Grams

Common Whipping Cream Conversions

Here are the most common whipping cream conversions from tablespoons to grams.

TablespoonsGrams
1 tbsp14.28 g
2 tbsp28.56 g
3 tbsp42.84 g
4 tbsp57.12 g
6 tbsp85.68 g
8 tbsp114.24 g
10 tbsp142.8 g
12 tbsp171.36 g
16 tbsp228.48 g

Whipping Cream Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting whipping cream from Tablespoon to Grams and other measurements.

tbspgramscupouncescup(US)tspmlfl oz
1 tbsp14.28 g0.06 cup0.5 oz0.06 cup (US)3 tsp15 ml0.51 fl oz
2 tbsp28.56 g0.12 cup1.01 oz0.13 cup (US)6 tsp30 ml1.01 fl oz
3 tbsp42.84 g0.18 cup1.51 oz0.19 cup (US)9 tsp45 ml1.52 fl oz
4 tbsp57.12 g0.24 cup2.02 oz0.25 cup (US)12 tsp60 ml2.03 fl oz

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 whipping cream in tablespoons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 tablespoon of whipping cream in grams?
1 tablespoon of whipping cream is 14.28 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of whipping cream is 28.56 grams and 0.5 tablespoons is 7.14 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 whipping cream converter
How many grams is 1.5 tablespoons of whipping cream?
1.5 tablespoons of whipping cream is 21.42 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of whipping cream is 14.28 grams and 2 tablespoons is 28.56 grams. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
What is 2 tablespoons of whipping cream in grams?
2 tablespoons of whipping cream is 28.56 grams. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of whipping cream is 14.28 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 whipping cream is 14.28 grams?
14.28 grams of whipping cream 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 below cover both directions for any amount.
Are whipping cream and light whipping cream the same thing?
Yes. Light whipping cream is another name for whipping cream, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 tablespoon of whipping cream is 14.28 grams under either name, and 2 tablespoons is 28.56 grams. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 tbsp whipping cream in grams?
1/2 tablespoon of whipping cream is 7.14 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of whipping cream is 14.28 grams and 2 tablespoons is 28.56 grams. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.
What is 1/4 tbsp whipping cream in grams?
1/4 tablespoon (0.25 tablespoon) of whipping cream is 3.57 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of whipping cream is 14.28 grams and 2 tablespoons is 28.56 grams. Quarter amounts often come up when scaling a recipe down step by step, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts.

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