How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Mashed Banana in Grams?
Converting 1 tablespoon of mashed banana to grams gives 14.06 g. One tablespoon of mashed banana weighs 14.06g. This conversion is specific to mashed banana because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of mashed banana
- 1 tablespoon of mashed banana = 14.06g
- 1 × 14.06 = 14.06g
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 mashed banana, just remember: 14.06g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (28.13g), halve it for a half tablespoon (7.03g).
Measuring Tip
Mashed banana is commonly used as a fat or egg substitute in baking. When substituting, convert by weight for accuracy.
Mashed Banana at Different Amounts
How mashed banana scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 tablespoon of mashed banana (14.06g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Mashed Banana
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 14.06 g | 14.27 g | 19.02 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 28.13 g | 28.53 g | 38.04 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 42.19 g | 42.80 g | 57.06 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 56.25 g | 57.06 g | 76.08 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 70.31 g | 71.33 g | 95.10 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 84.38 g | 85.59 g | 114.12 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 112.50 g | 114.12 g | 152.16 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 140.63 g | 142.65 g | 190.20 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 168.75 g | 171.18 g | 228.24 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 225.00 g | 228.24 g | 304.32 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.