How Much Is 20 Grams of Steel Cut Oats in Tablespoons?
Converting 20 grams of steel cut oats to tablespoons gives 2.00 tbsp. Divide by the density of steel cut oats (160g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 20 grams of steel cut oats
- 1 cup of steel cut oats = 160g
- 20g ÷ 160g/cup = 0.13 cups × 16 = 2.00 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Oats come in multiple forms (rolled, steel-cut, instant) that have different densities. Steel-cut oats are nearly twice as heavy per cup as rolled oats.
Steel Cut Oats at Different Amounts
How steel cut oats scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (20 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Steel Cut Oats
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.50 tbsp | 0.49 tbsp | 0.37 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 1.00 tbsp | 0.99 tbsp | 0.74 tbsp |
| 20 grams | 2.00 tbsp | 1.97 tbsp | 1.48 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 2.50 tbsp | 2.46 tbsp | 1.85 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 5.00 tbsp | 4.93 tbsp | 3.70 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 7.50 tbsp | 7.39 tbsp | 5.55 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 10.00 tbsp | 9.86 tbsp | 7.39 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 15.00 tbsp | 14.79 tbsp | 11.09 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 20.00 tbsp | 19.72 tbsp | 14.79 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 25.00 tbsp | 24.65 tbsp | 18.48 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 50.00 tbsp | 49.29 tbsp | 36.97 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.