Cornstarch Tablespoons to Grams
Convert any amount of cornstarch between tablespoons and grams. 1 tablespoon of cornstarch equals 8.00 g. Use the calculator for custom amounts, or choose an amount below.
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Measuring Tip
Cornstarch is a fine powder that compacts easily. Spoon it into the measuring spoon and level off rather than dipping, which packs in more than intended.
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?
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 tablespoon of cornstarch equals 8.00 g. Choose an amount below for a full breakdown, or enter any quantity in the calculator.
The most accurate way is to weigh cornstarch on a kitchen scale. If you are measuring by volume, sift or whisk the flour first to break up clumps, then spoon it into the measuring spoon and level it off. Do not scoop directly from the bag, which compacts the flour and can increase the weight by 20-30%.
Close, but not exactly. The tablespoons to grams conversion for cornstarch may vary slightly between brands depending on moisture content and how the ingredient is measured.
Weighing is more consistent than volume measuring. A tablespoon of cornstarch can vary by 10-20% depending on how it's scooped, packed, or leveled. Weighing gives the same result every time, which is especially important in baking where precision affects texture and rise.