How Much Is 15 Grams of Raisins in Teaspoons?
15 grams of raisins equals 4.97 tsp. Raisins has a density of 145g per cup. Because grams measure weight and teaspoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 15 grams of raisins
- 1 cup of raisins = 145g
- 15g ÷ 145g/cup = 0.10 cups × 48 = 4.97 teaspoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
To prevent dried fruit from sinking in batter, toss it with a tablespoon of flour before folding in. This does not affect the weight measurement.
Raisins at Different Amounts
How raisins scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (15 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Grams | US Teaspoons | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 1.66 tsp | 1.63 tsp | 1.38 tsp |
| 10 grams | 3.31 tsp | 3.26 tsp | 2.76 tsp |
| 15 grams | 4.97 tsp | 4.90 tsp | 4.13 tsp |
| 25 grams | 8.28 tsp | 8.16 tsp | 6.89 tsp |
| 50 grams | 16.55 tsp | 16.32 tsp | 13.78 tsp |
| 75 grams | 24.83 tsp | 24.48 tsp | 20.67 tsp |
| 100 grams | 33.10 tsp | 32.63 tsp | 27.57 tsp |
| 150 grams | 49.66 tsp | 48.95 tsp | 41.35 tsp |
| 200 grams | 66.21 tsp | 65.27 tsp | 55.13 tsp |
| 250 grams | 82.76 tsp | 81.58 tsp | 68.92 tsp |
| 500 grams | 165.52 tsp | 163.17 tsp | 137.83 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.