How Much Is 20 Grams of Butter in Tablespoons?
20 grams of butter equals 1.41 tbsp. Butter has a density of 227g per cup. Because grams measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 20 grams of butter
- 1 cup of butter = 227g
- 20g ÷ 227g/cup = 0.09 cups × 16 = 1.41 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Softened butter and melted butter measure differently by volume. Melted butter settles with no air pockets, giving a slightly higher weight per cup.
Butter at Different Amounts
How butter scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (20 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Butter
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.35 tbsp | 0.35 tbsp | 0.26 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 0.70 tbsp | 0.69 tbsp | 0.52 tbsp |
| 20 grams | 1.41 tbsp | 1.39 tbsp | 1.04 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 1.76 tbsp | 1.74 tbsp | 1.30 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 3.52 tbsp | 3.47 tbsp | 2.61 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 5.29 tbsp | 5.21 tbsp | 3.91 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 7.05 tbsp | 6.95 tbsp | 5.21 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 10.57 tbsp | 10.42 tbsp | 7.82 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 14.10 tbsp | 13.90 tbsp | 10.42 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 17.62 tbsp | 17.37 tbsp | 13.03 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 35.24 tbsp | 34.74 tbsp | 26.06 tbsp |
Understanding the Units
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.