Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Heavy Cream
Convert tablespoons of heavy cream to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of heavy cream = 14.9g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (238g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for heavy cream in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Heavy Cream Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 14.9g |
| 2 tbsp | 29.8g |
| 3 tbsp | 44.6g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 59.5g |
| 5 tbsp | 74.4g |
| 6 tbsp | 89.3g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 119g |
| 10 tbsp | 148.8g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 178.5g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 238g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Heavy cream (heavy whipping cream) is lighter than water due to high fat content (36%). 1 cup = 238g. Doubles in volume when whipped. Store cold — warm cream will not whip. Heavy cream adds richness without adding water to recipes.
About Heavy Cream Density
The density of heavy cream determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.992g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of heavy cream weighs 238g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For heavy cream, this equals 14.9g 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 heavy cream?
1 tablespoon of heavy cream weighs approximately 14.9 grams (238g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of heavy cream?
2 tablespoons of heavy cream weighs approximately 29.8 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of heavy cream?
100g of heavy cream equals approximately 6.7 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of heavy cream?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of heavy cream (238g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 14.9g.