How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Flaxseed in Grams?
1 tablespoon of flaxseed weighs 9.25 g. This is based on flaxseed having a density of 148g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 tablespoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon of flaxseed = 9.25g
- 1 × 9.25 = 9.25g
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 flaxseed, just remember: 9.25g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (18.5g), halve it for a half tablespoon (4.63g).
Measuring Tip
Flaxseed are small and pack tightly. Pour them into the measuring spoon and level off without shaking, which settles the seeds and increases the weight.
Flaxseed at Different Amounts
How flaxseed scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Flaxseed
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9.25 g | 9.38 g | 12.51 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 18.50 g | 18.77 g | 25.02 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 27.75 g | 28.15 g | 37.53 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 37.00 g | 37.53 g | 50.04 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 46.25 g | 46.92 g | 62.55 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 55.50 g | 56.30 g | 75.07 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 74.00 g | 75.07 g | 100.09 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 92.50 g | 93.83 g | 125.11 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 111.00 g | 112.60 g | 150.13 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 148.00 g | 150.13 g | 200.18 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.