Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Rolled Oats
Convert tablespoons of rolled oats to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of rolled oats = 5.6g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (90g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for rolled oats in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Rolled Oats Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 5.6g |
| 2 tbsp | 11.3g |
| 3 tbsp | 16.9g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 22.5g |
| 5 tbsp | 28.1g |
| 6 tbsp | 33.8g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 45g |
| 10 tbsp | 56.3g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 67.5g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 90g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Rolled oats (old-fashioned oats) are flat and large. 1 cup = 90g. Quick oats are cut smaller — same weight per cup. Steel-cut oats are different: 1 cup = 160g (denser, unrolled). Used for granola, cookies, overnight oats.
About Rolled Oats Density
The density of rolled oats determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.375g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of rolled oats weighs 90g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For rolled oats, this equals 5.6g 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 rolled oats?
1 tablespoon of rolled oats weighs approximately 5.6 grams (90g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of rolled oats?
2 tablespoons of rolled oats weighs approximately 11.2 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of rolled oats?
100g of rolled oats equals approximately 17.8 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of rolled oats?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of rolled oats (90g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 5.6g.