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Grams to Teaspoons Converter

Quickly switch between weight and spoon measurements for spices and baking ingredients.

Morton-style fine salt. Kosher salt weighs less per teaspoon.

Teaspoons

2.00 tsp

Tablespoons

0.67 tbsp

Cups

0.042 cups

How to Use This Calculator

1

Enter the weight from your recipe

Type the grams you need to convert to teaspoons or tablespoons.

2

Select the ingredient

Choose the spice, leavener, or liquid to use the correct density.

3

Review spoon equivalents

Instantly see teaspoons, tablespoons, and cups to help with measuring tools.

Formula

teaspoons = grams ÷ gramsPerTeaspoon

tablespoons = teaspoons ÷ 3

cups = tablespoons ÷ 16

Example: 12 g fine salt → 12 ÷ 6 = 2 tsp → 0.67 tbsp → 0.042 cups.

Kosher vs table salt: Kosher salt crystals trap more air, so a teaspoon weighs less than fine salt.

Full Description

Many spice jars and baking recipes list ingredients by weight, but most home cooks measure with teaspoons. This converter bridges that gap by translating grams into spoon-friendly volumes using real kitchen densities.

Choose from common baking essentials and seasonings to convert quickly while preserving flavor intensity. The numbers are pulled from professional kitchens and food science references, offering a reliable guide for home use.

Ideal for

  • Scaling bread recipes that list yeast by weight.
  • Translating spice blends sold in grams to teaspoon quantities.
  • Preparing rubs and marinades when a scale isn't available.
  • Teaching culinary students about weight-to-volume relationships.

For specialty salts or custom spice blends, weigh one teaspoon to determine your own grams-per-teaspoon number and plug it into the formula for a personalized conversion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does kosher salt measure differently?

Kosher salt flakes are larger, so a teaspoon contains more air and weighs less. Use brand-specific conversions for best accuracy.

Is instant yeast the same as active dry yeast?

Instant yeast is lighter and doesn't require proofing. Active dry weighs slightly more per teaspoon; adjust if needed.

Can I convert teaspoons back to grams?

Yes. Multiply teaspoons by the grams-per-teaspoon value shown for your ingredient.

What about heaping teaspoons?

These conversions assume level teaspoons. Heaping spoonfuls can add 30% or more depending on the ingredient.