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How Much Is 39 Grams of Buttermilk in Tablespoons?

39 grams of buttermilk equals 2.55 tbsp. Buttermilk has a density of 245g per cup. Because grams measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.

39 grams of buttermilk
=
2.55tbsp
Result using all tablespoon standards info
2.55 tbsp (US) 2.51 tbsp (Metric Tablespoon) 1.88 tbsp (Australian Tablespoon)
2.55

Formula and Step-by-Step

grams ÷ 245g/cup × 16 = tablespoons
  1. Start with 39 grams of buttermilk
  2. 1 cup of buttermilk = 245g
  3. 39g ÷ 245g/cup = 0.16 cups × 16 = 2.55 tablespoons

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.

Buttermilk at Different Amounts

How buttermilk scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (39 grams) is highlighted.

5 g0.33 tbsp10 g0.65 tbsp25 g1.63 tbsp39 g2.55 tbsp50 g3.27 tbsp75 g4.90 tbsp100 g6.53 tbsp150 g9.80 tbsp

Other Amounts of Buttermilk

Grams US Tablespoons Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
5 grams 0.33 tbsp 0.32 tbsp 0.24 tbsp
10 grams 0.65 tbsp 0.64 tbsp 0.48 tbsp
25 grams 1.63 tbsp 1.61 tbsp 1.21 tbsp
39 grams 2.55 tbsp 2.51 tbsp 1.88 tbsp
50 grams 3.27 tbsp 3.22 tbsp 2.41 tbsp
75 grams 4.90 tbsp 4.83 tbsp 3.62 tbsp
100 grams 6.53 tbsp 6.44 tbsp 4.83 tbsp
150 grams 9.80 tbsp 9.66 tbsp 7.24 tbsp
200 grams 13.06 tbsp 12.88 tbsp 9.66 tbsp
250 grams 16.33 tbsp 16.09 tbsp 12.07 tbsp
500 grams 32.65 tbsp 32.19 tbsp 24.14 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?

A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 2.55 tbsp, based on buttermilk having a density of 245g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Divide the grams by 245 (grams per cup) to get cups, then multiply by 16 to get tablespoons. For 39 grams: 39 ÷ 245 = 0.16 cups × 16 = 2.55 tbsp.
For the most accurate results, weigh buttermilk on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, use a liquid measuring spoon on a flat surface and read the level at eye height.
Temperature has a minimal effect on most cooking liquids. The density of buttermilk changes slightly with temperature, but the difference is usually less than 1-2% between refrigerator and room temperature. This conversion assumes room temperature.
Reverse the conversion: 2.55 tbsp ÷ 16 = 0.159184 cups, then 0.159184 × 245g/cup = 39g. Or use the Tablespoons to Grams converter.