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How Much Is 12.5 Tablespoons of Cornstarch in Grams?

12.5 tablespoons of cornstarch equals 100.00 g. Cornstarch has a density of 128g per cup (8g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 12.5 tablespoons of honey would be 265.63 g.

12.5 tablespoons of cornstarch
=
100.00g
Result using all tablespoon standards info
100.00 g (US) 101.44 g (Metric Tablespoon) 135.25 g (Australian Tablespoon)
12.5 tablespoons of cornstarch is also
100.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 8g/tbsp = grams
  1. Start with 12.5 tablespoons of cornstarch
  2. 1 tablespoon of cornstarch = 8g
  3. 12.5 × 8 = 100g

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.

Cornstarch at Different Amounts

How cornstarch scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (12.5 tablespoons) is highlighted.

4 tbsp32 g5 tbsp40 g6 tbsp48 g8 tbsp64 g10 tbsp80 g12 tbsp96 g12.5 tbsp100 g16 tbsp128 g

For reference, 12.5 tablespoons of cornstarch (100g) is close in weight to a computer mouse (100g).

Other Amounts of Cornstarch

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
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
12.5 tablespoons 100.00 g 101.44 g 135.25 g
16 tablespoons 128.00 g 129.84 g 173.13 g

Understanding the Units

What is a Tablespoon?

A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 100.00 g, based on cornstarch having a density of 128g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 8 (grams per tablespoon for cornstarch). For 12.5 tablespoons: 12.5 × 8 = 100.00 g.
For the most accurate results, weigh cornstarch on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, sift or whisk first to break up clumps, then spoon into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not scoop directly from the bag.
Yes, quite a bit. If you spoon the flour into your measuring spoon and level it off, you will get about 128 grams per cup. If you dip directly into the flour bag and sweep level, the flour packs tighter and you can end up with 140.8 to 160 grams per cup instead. This conversion uses the spoon-and-level method, which is the standard most baking references follow.
Reverse the conversion: 100.00 g ÷ 8 = 12.5 tablespoons. Or use the Grams to Tablespoons converter.