Convert Teaspoons to Grams: Unsalted Butter
Convert teaspoons of unsalted butter to grams with this precise reference table. 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter = 4.73g. There are 48 teaspoons in 1 US cup (227g) and 3 teaspoons in 1 tablespoon (14.2g). Teaspoon measurements are critical for accuracy when using unsalted butter in small quantities — even a difference of 1g can matter in precise baking recipes.
Unsalted Butter Teaspoons to Grams Table
| Teaspoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 tsp | 1.18g |
| 1/2 tsp | 2.36g |
| 1 tsp | 4.73g |
| 1 1/2 tsp | 7.09g |
| 2 tsp | 9.46g |
| 3 tsp (1 tbsp) | 14.19g |
| 4 tsp | 18.92g |
| 6 tsp (2 tbsp) | 28.38g |
| 8 tsp | 37.83g |
| 12 tsp (1/4 cup) | 56.75g |
| 24 tsp (1/2 cup) | 113.5g |
| 48 tsp (1 cup) | 227g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Butter is nearly as dense as water when melted (0.946 g/ml). 1 cup solid butter = 227g = 2 sticks US. Softened butter and solid butter weigh the same per cup — measuring by weight is most reliable. Melted butter = slightly less by volume.
About Unsalted Butter Density
The density of unsalted butter determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.946g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of unsalted butter weighs 227g under USDA standard conditions.
1 teaspoon = 1/48 cup = 5ml. For unsalted butter, this equals 4.73g per teaspoon. Teaspoon measurements are critical for spices, extracts, and leavening agents where small differences have large effects. A kitchen scale is especially recommended for teaspoon-level precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter?
1 teaspoon of unsalted butter weighs approximately 4.73 grams (227g per cup ÷ 48 teaspoons per cup).
How many grams is 1/2 teaspoon of unsalted butter?
1/2 teaspoon of unsalted butter weighs approximately 2.37 grams.
How many teaspoons is 100g of unsalted butter?
100g of unsalted butter equals approximately 21.1 teaspoons.
Why is teaspoon-to-gram conversion important for unsalted butter?
Small amounts like spices and leavening agents are often measured in teaspoons. For precision baking or cooking, knowing that 1 tsp of unsalted butter = 4.73g helps avoid over- or under-measuring.