How Much Is 1.33 Tablespoons of Heavy Cream in Grams?
1.33 tablespoons of heavy cream weighs 19.78 g. This is based on heavy cream having a density of 238g 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 1.33 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.33 tablespoons of heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon of heavy cream = 14.88g
- 1.33 × 14.88 = 19.78g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring spoon on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Heavy Cream at Different Amounts
How heavy cream scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1.33 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.33 tablespoons of heavy cream (19.78g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Heavy Cream
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 14.88 g | 15.09 g | 20.12 g |
| 1.33 tablespoons | 19.78 g | 20.07 g | 26.76 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 29.75 g | 30.18 g | 40.24 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 44.63 g | 45.27 g | 60.36 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 59.50 g | 60.36 g | 80.48 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 74.38 g | 75.45 g | 100.60 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 89.25 g | 90.54 g | 120.71 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 119.00 g | 120.71 g | 160.95 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 148.75 g | 150.89 g | 201.19 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 178.50 g | 181.07 g | 241.43 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 238.00 g | 241.43 g | 321.90 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
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.