How Much Is 12.5 Grams of Cornmeal in Tablespoons?
12.5 grams of cornmeal equals 1.33 tbsp. Cornmeal has a density of 150g 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 12.5 grams of cornmeal
- 1 cup of cornmeal = 150g
- 12.5g ÷ 150g/cup = 0.08 cups × 16 = 1.33 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Uncooked and cooked grains have completely different weights per cup. These conversions are for uncooked/dry grains unless specified otherwise.
Cornmeal at Different Amounts
How cornmeal scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (12.5 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Cornmeal
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.53 tbsp | 0.53 tbsp | 0.39 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 1.07 tbsp | 1.05 tbsp | 0.79 tbsp |
| 12.5 grams | 1.33 tbsp | 1.31 tbsp | 0.99 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 2.67 tbsp | 2.63 tbsp | 1.97 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 5.33 tbsp | 5.26 tbsp | 3.94 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 8.00 tbsp | 7.89 tbsp | 5.91 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 10.67 tbsp | 10.52 tbsp | 7.89 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 16.00 tbsp | 15.77 tbsp | 11.83 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 21.33 tbsp | 21.03 tbsp | 15.77 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 26.67 tbsp | 26.29 tbsp | 19.72 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 53.33 tbsp | 52.58 tbsp | 39.43 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?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.