How Much Is 60 Grams of Chia Seeds in Tablespoons?
60 grams of chia seeds equals 5.89 tbsp. Chia seeds has a density of 163g per cup. A lighter ingredient like flour (125g/cup) would fill more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 60 grams of chia seeds
- 1 cup of chia seeds = 163g
- 60g ÷ 163g/cup = 0.37 cups × 16 = 5.89 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ground and whole chia seeds have different densities. Make sure you are using the form your recipe specifies.
Chia Seeds at Different Amounts
How chia seeds scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (60 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Chia Seeds
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.49 tbsp | 0.48 tbsp | 0.36 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 0.98 tbsp | 0.97 tbsp | 0.73 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 2.45 tbsp | 2.42 tbsp | 1.81 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 4.91 tbsp | 4.84 tbsp | 3.63 tbsp |
| 60 grams | 5.89 tbsp | 5.81 tbsp | 4.35 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 7.36 tbsp | 7.26 tbsp | 5.44 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 9.82 tbsp | 9.68 tbsp | 7.26 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 14.72 tbsp | 14.51 tbsp | 10.89 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 19.63 tbsp | 19.35 tbsp | 14.51 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 24.54 tbsp | 24.19 tbsp | 18.14 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 49.08 tbsp | 48.38 tbsp | 36.29 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.