Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Buttermilk
Convert tablespoons of buttermilk to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of buttermilk = 15.3g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (245g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for buttermilk in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Buttermilk Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 15.3g |
| 2 tbsp | 30.6g |
| 3 tbsp | 45.9g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 61.3g |
| 5 tbsp | 76.6g |
| 6 tbsp | 91.9g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 122.5g |
| 10 tbsp | 153.1g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 183.8g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 245g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Buttermilk is similar in density to skim milk. 1 cup = 245g. The acidity (pH 4.5) activates baking soda and tenderizes gluten. No buttermilk? Mix 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon white vinegar/lemon juice, wait 5 minutes.
About Buttermilk Density
The density of buttermilk determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 1.021g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of buttermilk weighs 245g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For buttermilk, this equals 15.3g 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 buttermilk?
1 tablespoon of buttermilk weighs approximately 15.3 grams (245g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of buttermilk?
2 tablespoons of buttermilk weighs approximately 30.6 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of buttermilk?
100g of buttermilk equals approximately 6.5 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of buttermilk?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of buttermilk (245g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 15.3g.