Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Active Dry Yeast
Convert tablespoons of active dry yeast to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast = 8.5g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (136g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for active dry yeast in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Active Dry Yeast Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 8.5g |
| 2 tbsp | 17g |
| 3 tbsp | 25.5g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 34g |
| 5 tbsp | 42.5g |
| 6 tbsp | 51g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 68g |
| 10 tbsp | 85g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 102g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 136g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Active dry yeast: 1 packet (2.25 tsp) = 7g. Instant yeast weighs about the same per volume. 1 tablespoon = 8.5g. Yeast granules are irregular — this is an average. Standard packet is 1/4 oz = 7g.
About Active Dry Yeast Density
The density of active dry yeast determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.567g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of active dry yeast weighs 136g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For active dry yeast, this equals 8.5g per tablespoon. Tablespoon measurements are useful for amounts between 1 teaspoon and 1/4 cup. For very precise recipes, weigh tablespoon amounts on a scale to avoid density variation errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast?
1 tablespoon of active dry yeast weighs approximately 8.5 grams (136g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of active dry yeast?
2 tablespoons of active dry yeast weighs approximately 17 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of active dry yeast?
100g of active dry yeast equals approximately 11.8 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of active dry yeast?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of active dry yeast (136g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 8.5g.