How many grams is 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar?
1 tbsp = 12.5 g
One level US cup of granulated sugar weighs 200 g (7.1 oz). A tablespoon is 12.5 g. Per 100 g: 387 calories and 0 g protein.
Your amount
12.5 g1 tablespoon
48.4Calories
0 gProtein
Conversion chart
| tablespoons | grams | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 12.5 g | 48 | 0 g |
| 2 tbsp | 25 g | 97 | 0 g |
| 3 tbsp | 37.5 g | 145 | 0 g |
| 4 tbsp | 50 g | 194 | 0 g |
| 6 tbsp | 75 g | 290 | 0 g |
| 8 tbsp | 100 g | 387 | 0 g |
How to measure
Granulated sugar: scoop and level. Brown sugar: pack firmly. Syrups: set the cup on the counter and fill to the line, reading at eye level.
Scoop and level. Sugar does not compress much.
Common questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar?
1 tablespoon of granulated sugar = 12.5 g. Scoop and level. Sugar does not compress much.
Is this a level or heaped tablespoon?
Level. Heaped spoons and packed cups can weigh 20 to 30% more.
Why does my package say something different?
Brands grind and pack differently. For baking, a kitchen scale is always more accurate than cups.