How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Corn Syrup in Grams?
Converting 1 tablespoon of corn syrup to grams gives 20.50 g. One tablespoon of corn syrup weighs 20.5g. This conversion is specific to corn syrup because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon of corn syrup = 20.5g
- 1 × 20.5 = 20.5g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 tablespoon of corn syrup, just remember: 20.5g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (41g), halve it for a half tablespoon (10.25g).
Measuring Tip
Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.
Corn Syrup at Different Amounts
How corn syrup scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 tablespoon of corn syrup (20.5g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Corn Syrup
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 20.50 g | 20.80 g | 27.73 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 41.00 g | 41.59 g | 55.45 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 61.50 g | 62.39 g | 83.18 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 82.00 g | 83.18 g | 110.91 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 102.50 g | 103.98 g | 138.64 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 123.00 g | 124.77 g | 166.36 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 164.00 g | 166.36 g | 221.82 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 205.00 g | 207.95 g | 277.27 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 246.00 g | 249.54 g | 332.72 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 328.00 g | 332.72 g | 443.63 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.