How Much Is 49.5 Grams of Cornmeal in Tablespoons?
49.5 grams of cornmeal equals 5.28 tbsp. Cornmeal has a density of 150g 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 49.5 grams of cornmeal
- 1 cup of cornmeal = 150g
- 49.5g ÷ 150g/cup = 0.33 cups × 16 = 5.28 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 (49.5 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 |
| 25 grams | 2.67 tbsp | 2.63 tbsp | 1.97 tbsp |
| 49.5 grams | 5.28 tbsp | 5.21 tbsp | 3.90 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?
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.