How Much Is 8 Tablespoons of Greek Yogurt in Grams?
Converting 8 tablespoons of greek yogurt to grams gives 122.50 g. One tablespoon of greek yogurt weighs 15.31g, so 8 tablespoons is 8 × 15.31 = 122.5g. This conversion is specific to greek yogurt because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 tablespoons of greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon of greek yogurt = 15.31g
- 8 × 15.31 = 122.5g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Thickness varies between brands. Full-fat, low-fat, and non-fat versions can have slightly different weights per measuring spoon.
Greek Yogurt at Different Amounts
How greek yogurt scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8 tablespoons of greek yogurt (122.5g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Greek Yogurt
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15.31 g | 15.53 g | 20.71 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 30.63 g | 31.07 g | 41.42 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 45.94 g | 46.60 g | 62.13 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 61.25 g | 62.13 g | 82.84 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 76.56 g | 77.67 g | 103.55 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 91.88 g | 93.20 g | 124.26 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 122.50 g | 124.26 g | 165.69 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 153.13 g | 155.33 g | 207.11 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 183.75 g | 186.40 g | 248.53 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 245.00 g | 248.53 g | 331.37 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.