Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Cake Flour
Convert tablespoons of cake flour to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of cake flour = 6.3g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (100g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for cake flour in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Cake Flour Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 6.3g |
| 2 tbsp | 12.5g |
| 3 tbsp | 18.8g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 25g |
| 5 tbsp | 31.3g |
| 6 tbsp | 37.5g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 50g |
| 10 tbsp | 62.5g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 75g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 100g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Cake flour is the lightest of all wheat flours. Very finely milled with low protein (7-9%). 1 cup = 100g (sifted). Always sift cake flour before measuring. Used for tender cakes, delicate pastries.
About Cake Flour Density
The density of cake flour determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.417g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of cake flour weighs 100g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For cake flour, this equals 6.3g 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 cake flour?
1 tablespoon of cake flour weighs approximately 6.3 grams (100g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of cake flour?
2 tablespoons of cake flour weighs approximately 12.6 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of cake flour?
100g of cake flour equals approximately 16 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of cake flour?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of cake flour (100g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 6.3g.