How Much Is 20 Grams of Granulated Sugar in Tablespoons?
20 grams of granulated sugar equals 1.60 tbsp. Granulated sugar has a density of 200g 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 20 grams of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of granulated sugar = 200g
- 20g ÷ 200g/cup = 0.1 cups × 16 = 1.60 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Granulated sugar weighs 200g per cup. Different sugar types have different densities, so always use the specific type your recipe calls for.
Granulated Sugar at Different Amounts
How granulated sugar scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (20 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Granulated Sugar
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.40 tbsp | 0.39 tbsp | 0.30 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 0.80 tbsp | 0.79 tbsp | 0.59 tbsp |
| 20 grams | 1.60 tbsp | 1.58 tbsp | 1.18 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 2.00 tbsp | 1.97 tbsp | 1.48 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 4.00 tbsp | 3.94 tbsp | 2.96 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 6.00 tbsp | 5.91 tbsp | 4.44 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 8.00 tbsp | 7.89 tbsp | 5.91 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 12.00 tbsp | 11.83 tbsp | 8.87 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 16.00 tbsp | 15.77 tbsp | 11.83 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 20.00 tbsp | 19.72 tbsp | 14.79 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 40.00 tbsp | 39.43 tbsp | 29.57 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.