How Much Is 2.66 Tablespoons of Cinnamon in Grams?
2.66 tablespoons of cinnamon equals 21.28 g. Cinnamon has a density of 128g per cup (8g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2.66 tablespoons of honey would be 56.53 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.66 tablespoons of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of cinnamon = 8g
- 2.66 × 8 = 21.28g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Cinnamon weighs 128g per cup. For small amounts, the difference between a level and heaped measuring spoon can change the flavor noticeably.
Cinnamon at Different Amounts
How cinnamon scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2.66 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2.66 tablespoons of cinnamon (21.28g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Cinnamon
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 8.00 g | 8.12 g | 10.82 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 16.00 g | 16.23 g | 21.64 g |
| 2.66 tablespoons | 21.28 g | 21.59 g | 28.78 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 24.00 g | 24.35 g | 32.46 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 32.00 g | 32.46 g | 43.28 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 40.00 g | 40.58 g | 54.10 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 48.00 g | 48.69 g | 64.92 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 64.00 g | 64.92 g | 86.56 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 80.00 g | 81.15 g | 108.20 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 96.00 g | 97.38 g | 129.84 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 128.00 g | 129.84 g | 173.13 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?
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.