Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Maple Syrup
Convert tablespoons of maple syrup to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of maple syrup = 20.1g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (322g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for maple syrup in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Maple Syrup Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 20.1g |
| 2 tbsp | 40.3g |
| 3 tbsp | 60.4g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 80.5g |
| 5 tbsp | 100.6g |
| 6 tbsp | 120.8g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 161g |
| 10 tbsp | 201.3g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 241.5g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 322g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Maple syrup is denser than water but lighter than honey. 1 cup = 322g. Grade A Light Amber vs Dark Amber have same density. Substitute honey 3/4 cup maple syrup per 1 cup honey (maple is thinner). Natural sweetener.
About Maple Syrup Density
The density of maple syrup determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 1.342g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of maple syrup weighs 322g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For maple syrup, this equals 20.1g 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 maple syrup?
1 tablespoon of maple syrup weighs approximately 20.1 grams (322g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of maple syrup?
2 tablespoons of maple syrup weighs approximately 40.2 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of maple syrup?
100g of maple syrup equals approximately 5 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of maple syrup?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of maple syrup (322g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 20.1g.