Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Sesame Seeds
Convert tablespoons of sesame seeds to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds = 9g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (144g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for sesame seeds in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Sesame Seeds Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 9g |
| 2 tbsp | 18g |
| 3 tbsp | 27g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 36g |
| 5 tbsp | 45g |
| 6 tbsp | 54g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 72g |
| 10 tbsp | 90g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 108g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 144g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Sesame seeds: 1 cup = 144g. White (hulled) and black sesame seeds weigh the same. Toasted sesame seeds weigh slightly less (moisture lost). Used in tahini, bagels, Asian cooking. 1 tablespoon = 9g. USDA FDC 12023.
About Sesame Seeds Density
The density of sesame seeds determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.6g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of sesame seeds weighs 144g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For sesame seeds, this equals 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 sesame seeds?
1 tablespoon of sesame seeds weighs approximately 9 grams (144g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds?
2 tablespoons of sesame seeds weighs approximately 18 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of sesame seeds?
100g of sesame seeds equals approximately 11.1 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of sesame seeds?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of sesame seeds (144g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 9g.