How Much Is 3 Tablespoons of Cashews in Grams?
3 tablespoons of cashews equals 25.69 g. Cashews has a density of 137g per cup (8.56g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3 tablespoons of honey would be 63.75 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 tablespoons of cashews
- 1 tablespoon of cashews = 8.56g
- 3 × 8.56 = 25.69g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Chopped, sliced, and whole cashews have very different weights per measuring spoon. Always match the form specified in your recipe.
Cashews at Different Amounts
How cashews scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3 tablespoons of cashews (25.69g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Cashews
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 8.56 g | 8.69 g | 11.58 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 17.13 g | 17.37 g | 23.16 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 25.69 g | 26.06 g | 34.74 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 34.25 g | 34.74 g | 46.32 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 42.81 g | 43.43 g | 57.91 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 51.38 g | 52.12 g | 69.49 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 68.50 g | 69.49 g | 92.65 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 85.63 g | 86.86 g | 115.81 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 102.75 g | 104.23 g | 138.97 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 137.00 g | 138.97 g | 185.30 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?
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.