How Much Is 160 Grams of All-Purpose Flour in Tablespoons?
160 grams of all-purpose flour equals 20.45 tbsp. All-purpose flour has a density of 125.16g per cup. A lighter ingredient like cocoa powder (86g/cup) would fill even more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 160 grams of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour = 125.16g
- 160g ÷ 125.16g/cup = 1.28 cups × 16 = 20.45 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
All-Purpose Flour at Different Amounts
How all-purpose flour scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (160 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of All-Purpose Flour
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.64 tbsp | 0.63 tbsp | 0.47 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 1.28 tbsp | 1.26 tbsp | 0.95 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 3.20 tbsp | 3.15 tbsp | 2.36 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 6.39 tbsp | 6.30 tbsp | 4.73 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 9.59 tbsp | 9.45 tbsp | 7.09 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 12.78 tbsp | 12.60 tbsp | 9.45 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 19.18 tbsp | 18.90 tbsp | 14.18 tbsp |
| 160 grams | 20.45 tbsp | 20.16 tbsp | 15.12 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 25.57 tbsp | 25.20 tbsp | 18.90 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 31.96 tbsp | 31.51 tbsp | 23.63 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 63.92 tbsp | 63.01 tbsp | 47.26 tbsp |
Understanding the Units
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.