Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Vanilla Extract
Convert tablespoons of vanilla extract to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract = 13g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (208g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for vanilla extract in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Vanilla Extract Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 13g |
| 2 tbsp | 26g |
| 3 tbsp | 39g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 52g |
| 5 tbsp | 65g |
| 6 tbsp | 78g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 104g |
| 10 tbsp | 130g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 156g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 208g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Vanilla extract (35%+ alcohol) is lighter than water. 1 teaspoon = 4.2g. Most recipes use teaspoon measurements. Pure vanilla extract and imitation have similar densities. Store in cool, dark place.
About Vanilla Extract Density
The density of vanilla extract determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.867g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of vanilla extract weighs 208g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For vanilla extract, this equals 13g 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 vanilla extract?
1 tablespoon of vanilla extract weighs approximately 13 grams (208g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract?
2 tablespoons of vanilla extract weighs approximately 26 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of vanilla extract?
100g of vanilla extract equals approximately 7.7 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of vanilla extract?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of vanilla extract (208g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 13g.