How to Convert a Teaspoon to Weight

A teaspoon can be measured in grams.

A teaspoon is a common measurement in baking. In the U.S., we use United States measures, which differ from the metric measurements used in other parts of the world. The metric system, originating in the 1790s in France, was created so all measurements could be logical and easy to understand. In metric measures, you can convert a teaspoon to a weight in grams, another dry ingredient measure. Measuring in a weight like grams helps maintain consistency when following recipes.

Things You'll Need

• Calculator

Instructions

1. Begin with 3 teaspoons, which is equal to 14.3 grams.

2. Divide 14.3 by 3, which is 4.761904761904762.

3. Round the answer in Step 2 to a more usable number, which is 4.76.

4. Weigh 4.76 grams for each teaspoon needed.

References

• Artisan Bread Baking: Measurements
• Exploratorium: Measurement Equivalents

Resources

• The Metric Kitchen: Cooking With the Metric System