How Much Is 8.7 Tablespoons of Cake Flour in Grams?
8.7 tablespoons of cake flour equals 61.99 g. Cake flour has a density of 114g per cup (7.13g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 8.7 tablespoons of honey would be 184.87 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8.7 tablespoons of cake flour
- 1 tablespoon of cake flour = 7.13g
- 8.7 × 7.13 = 61.99g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Humidity affects cake flour weight. In humid conditions, flour absorbs moisture and weighs more per cup. Store it in an airtight container for consistent results.
Cake Flour at Different Amounts
How cake flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8.7 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8.7 tablespoons of cake flour (61.99g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
Other Amounts of Cake Flour
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 7.13 g | 7.23 g | 9.64 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 14.25 g | 14.46 g | 19.27 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 21.38 g | 21.68 g | 28.91 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 28.50 g | 28.91 g | 38.55 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 35.63 g | 36.14 g | 48.18 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 42.75 g | 43.37 g | 57.82 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 57.00 g | 57.82 g | 77.09 g |
| 8.7 tablespoons | 61.99 g | 62.88 g | 83.84 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 71.25 g | 72.28 g | 96.37 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 85.50 g | 86.73 g | 115.64 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 114.00 g | 115.64 g | 154.19 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
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.