How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Garlic Powder in Grams?
5 tablespoons of garlic powder equals 48.44 g. Garlic powder has a density of 155g per cup (9.69g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5 tablespoons of honey would be 106.25 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder = 9.69g
- 5 × 9.69 = 48.44g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most accurate results, weigh garlic powder on a kitchen scale. At small quantities, even slight over-measuring can overpower a dish.
Garlic Powder at Different Amounts
How garlic powder scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of garlic powder (48.44g) is close in weight to a large egg (no shell) (50g).
Other Amounts of Garlic Powder
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9.69 g | 9.83 g | 13.10 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 19.38 g | 19.65 g | 26.21 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 29.06 g | 29.48 g | 39.31 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 38.75 g | 39.31 g | 52.41 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 48.44 g | 49.14 g | 65.51 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 58.13 g | 58.96 g | 78.62 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 77.50 g | 78.62 g | 104.82 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 96.88 g | 98.27 g | 131.03 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 116.25 g | 117.92 g | 157.23 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 155.00 g | 157.23 g | 209.64 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.