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How Much Is 20.5 Grams of Corn Syrup in Teaspoons?

20.5 grams of corn syrup equals 3.00 tsp. Corn syrup has a density of 328g per cup. Because grams measure weight and teaspoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.

20.5 grams of corn syrup
=
3.00tsp
Result using all teaspoon standards info
3.00 tsp (US) 2.96 tsp (Metric Teaspoon) 2.50 tsp (Imperial Teaspoon)
3.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

grams ÷ 328g/cup × 48 = teaspoons
  1. Start with 20.5 grams of corn syrup
  2. 1 cup of corn syrup = 328g
  3. 20.5g ÷ 328g/cup = 0.06 cups × 48 = 3.00 teaspoons

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Sticky liquids like corn syrup are easier to measure if you lightly oil the measuring spoon first. The liquid will slide out cleanly.

Corn Syrup at Different Amounts

How corn syrup scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (20.5 grams) is highlighted.

5 g0.73 tsp10 g1.46 tsp20.5 g3 tsp25 g3.66 tsp50 g7.32 tsp75 g10.98 tsp100 g14.63 tsp150 g21.95 tsp

Other Amounts of Corn Syrup

Grams US Teaspoons Metric Teaspoon Imperial Teaspoon
5 grams 0.73 tsp 0.72 tsp 0.61 tsp
10 grams 1.46 tsp 1.44 tsp 1.22 tsp
20.5 grams 3.00 tsp 2.96 tsp 2.50 tsp
25 grams 3.66 tsp 3.61 tsp 3.05 tsp
50 grams 7.32 tsp 7.21 tsp 6.09 tsp
75 grams 10.98 tsp 10.82 tsp 9.14 tsp
100 grams 14.63 tsp 14.43 tsp 12.19 tsp
150 grams 21.95 tsp 21.64 tsp 18.28 tsp
200 grams 29.27 tsp 28.85 tsp 24.37 tsp
250 grams 36.59 tsp 36.07 tsp 30.47 tsp
500 grams 73.17 tsp 72.13 tsp 60.93 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 3.00 tsp, based on corn syrup having a density of 328g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Divide the grams by 328 (grams per cup) to get cups, then multiply by 48 to get teaspoons. For 20.5 grams: 20.5 ÷ 328 = 0.06 cups × 48 = 3.00 tsp.
Weighing corn syrup on a kitchen scale is strongly recommended. It is thick and sticky, so it clings to measuring vessels. If you must measure by volume, lightly oil the measuring spoon first so it slides out cleanly.
Temperature has a minimal effect on most cooking liquids. The density of corn syrup changes slightly with temperature, but the difference is usually less than 1-2% between refrigerator and room temperature. This conversion assumes room temperature.
Reverse the conversion: 3.00 tsp ÷ 48 = 0.0625 cups, then 0.0625 × 328g/cup = 20.5g. Or use the Teaspoons to Grams converter.