How Much Is 28 Grams of Cocoa Powder in Teaspoons?
Converting 28 grams of cocoa powder to teaspoons gives 15.63 tsp. Divide by the density of cocoa powder (86g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 28 grams of cocoa powder
- 1 cup of cocoa powder = 86g
- 28g ÷ 86g/cup = 0.33 cups × 48 = 15.63 teaspoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Dutch-process and natural cocoa powder have similar densities but behave differently in recipes. They are not interchangeable when leavening is involved.
Cocoa Powder at Different Amounts
How cocoa powder scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (28 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Cocoa Powder
| Grams | US Teaspoons | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 2.79 tsp | 2.75 tsp | 2.32 tsp |
| 10 grams | 5.58 tsp | 5.50 tsp | 4.65 tsp |
| 25 grams | 13.95 tsp | 13.76 tsp | 11.62 tsp |
| 28 grams | 15.63 tsp | 15.41 tsp | 13.01 tsp |
| 50 grams | 27.91 tsp | 27.51 tsp | 23.24 tsp |
| 75 grams | 41.86 tsp | 41.27 tsp | 34.86 tsp |
| 100 grams | 55.81 tsp | 55.02 tsp | 46.48 tsp |
| 150 grams | 83.72 tsp | 82.53 tsp | 69.72 tsp |
| 200 grams | 111.63 tsp | 110.04 tsp | 92.96 tsp |
| 250 grams | 139.53 tsp | 137.55 tsp | 116.20 tsp |
| 500 grams | 279.07 tsp | 275.11 tsp | 232.39 tsp |
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 Teaspoon?
A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.