Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Honey
Convert tablespoons of honey to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of honey = 21.3g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (340g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for honey in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Honey Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 21.3g |
| 2 tbsp | 42.5g |
| 3 tbsp | 63.8g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 85g |
| 5 tbsp | 106.3g |
| 6 tbsp | 127.5g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 170g |
| 10 tbsp | 212.5g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 255g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 340g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Honey is significantly denser than water — 1 cup = 340g. Density varies slightly with water content (14-18%). Light honey: ~335g/cup. Dark honey: ~345g/cup. Coat measuring cup with oil for easy cleanup. 1 tablespoon honey = 21g.
About Honey Density
The density of honey determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 1.417g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of honey weighs 340g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For honey, this equals 21.3g 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 honey?
1 tablespoon of honey weighs approximately 21.3 grams (340g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of honey?
2 tablespoons of honey weighs approximately 42.6 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of honey?
100g of honey equals approximately 4.7 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of honey?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of honey (340g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 21.3g.