How Much Is 3 Tablespoons of Flaxseed in Grams?
3 tablespoons of flaxseed equals 27.75 g. Flaxseed has a density of 148g per cup (9.25g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3 tablespoons of honey would be 63.75 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 tablespoons of flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon of flaxseed = 9.25g
- 3 × 9.25 = 27.75g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
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 (3 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3 tablespoons of flaxseed (27.75g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
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.