How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Cornmeal in Grams?
Converting 5 tablespoons of cornmeal to grams gives 46.88 g. One tablespoon of cornmeal weighs 9.38g, so 5 tablespoons is 5 × 9.38 = 46.88g. This conversion is specific to cornmeal because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon of cornmeal = 9.38g
- 5 × 9.38 = 46.88g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Pour grains into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not shake or tap, as this settles the grains and increases the weight.
Cornmeal at Different Amounts
How cornmeal scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of cornmeal (46.88g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
Other Amounts of Cornmeal
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9.38 g | 9.51 g | 12.68 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 18.75 g | 19.02 g | 25.36 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 28.13 g | 28.53 g | 38.04 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 37.50 g | 38.04 g | 50.72 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 46.88 g | 47.55 g | 63.40 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 56.25 g | 57.06 g | 76.08 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 75.00 g | 76.08 g | 101.44 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 93.75 g | 95.10 g | 126.80 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 112.50 g | 114.12 g | 152.16 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 150.00 g | 152.16 g | 202.88 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?
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.