How Much Is 4 Tablespoons of Corn Syrup in Grams?
4 tablespoons of corn syrup equals 82.00 g. Corn syrup has a density of 328g per cup (20.5g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4 tablespoons of honey would be 85 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 tablespoons of corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon of corn syrup = 20.5g
- 4 × 20.5 = 82g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring spoon on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Corn Syrup at Different Amounts
How corn syrup scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (4 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4 tablespoons of corn syrup (82g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
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?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.