How Much Is 3.33 Tablespoons of Chia Seeds in Grams?
3.33 tablespoons of chia seeds equals 33.92 g. Chia seeds has a density of 163g per cup (10.19g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3.33 tablespoons of honey would be 70.76 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.33 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds = 10.19g
- 3.33 × 10.19 = 33.92g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh chia seeds on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.
Chia Seeds at Different Amounts
How chia seeds scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3.33 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.33 tablespoons of chia seeds (33.92g) is close in weight to a slice of bread (30g).
Other Amounts of Chia Seeds
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 10.19 g | 10.33 g | 13.78 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 20.38 g | 20.67 g | 27.56 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 30.56 g | 31.00 g | 41.34 g |
| 3.33 tablespoons | 33.92 g | 34.41 g | 45.88 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 40.75 g | 41.34 g | 55.12 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 50.94 g | 51.67 g | 68.89 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 61.13 g | 62.01 g | 82.67 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 81.50 g | 82.67 g | 110.23 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 101.88 g | 103.34 g | 137.79 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 122.25 g | 124.01 g | 165.35 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 163.00 g | 165.35 g | 220.46 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
What is a Gram?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.