How Much Is 2.21 Tablespoons of All-Purpose Flour in Grams?
2.21 tablespoons of all-purpose flour equals 17.29 g. All-purpose flour has a density of 125.16g per cup (7.82g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2.21 tablespoons of honey would be 46.96 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.21 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour = 7.82g
- 2.21 × 7.82 = 17.29g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Humidity affects all-purpose flour weight. In humid conditions, flour absorbs moisture and weighs more per cup. Store it in an airtight container for consistent results.
All-Purpose Flour at Different Amounts
How all-purpose flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2.21 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of All-Purpose Flour
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 7.82 g | 7.94 g | 10.58 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 15.65 g | 15.87 g | 21.16 g |
| 2.21 tablespoons | 17.29 g | 17.54 g | 23.38 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 23.47 g | 23.81 g | 31.74 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 31.29 g | 31.74 g | 42.32 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 39.11 g | 39.68 g | 52.90 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 46.94 g | 47.61 g | 63.48 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 62.58 g | 63.48 g | 84.64 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 78.23 g | 79.35 g | 105.80 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 93.87 g | 95.22 g | 126.96 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 125.16 g | 126.96 g | 169.28 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
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.