Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Cayenne Pepper
Convert tablespoons of cayenne pepper to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper = 6.8g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (109g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for cayenne pepper in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Cayenne Pepper Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 6.8g |
| 2 tbsp | 13.6g |
| 3 tbsp | 20.4g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 27.3g |
| 5 tbsp | 34.1g |
| 6 tbsp | 40.9g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 54.5g |
| 10 tbsp | 68.1g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 81.8g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 109g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Cayenne pepper: 1 teaspoon = 2.3g. Very hot — use sparingly. Start with 1/4 teaspoon and adjust. Scoville rating 30,000-50,000. Substitute: use 1/4 tsp cayenne for every 1 tsp chili powder.
About Cayenne Pepper Density
The density of cayenne pepper determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.454g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of cayenne pepper weighs 109g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For cayenne pepper, this equals 6.8g 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 cayenne pepper?
1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper weighs approximately 6.8 grams (109g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of cayenne pepper?
2 tablespoons of cayenne pepper weighs approximately 13.6 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of cayenne pepper?
100g of cayenne pepper equals approximately 14.7 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of cayenne pepper?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of cayenne pepper (109g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 6.8g.