Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Granulated Sugar
Convert tablespoons of granulated sugar to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar = 12.5g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (200g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for granulated sugar in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Granulated Sugar Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 12.5g |
| 2 tbsp | 25g |
| 3 tbsp | 37.5g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 50g |
| 5 tbsp | 62.5g |
| 6 tbsp | 75g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 100g |
| 10 tbsp | 125g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 150g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 200g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Granulated white sugar is the most consistent of all sugars — 1 cup = 200g regardless of spooning or packing. The uniform crystal size makes it very consistent to measure. Standard sugar for most baking recipes.
About Granulated Sugar Density
The density of granulated sugar determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.833g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of granulated sugar weighs 200g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For granulated sugar, this equals 12.5g 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 granulated sugar?
1 tablespoon of granulated sugar weighs approximately 12.5 grams (200g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar?
2 tablespoons of granulated sugar weighs approximately 25 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of granulated sugar?
100g of granulated sugar equals approximately 8 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of granulated sugar?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of granulated sugar (200g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 12.5g.