How Much Is 3 Tablespoons of Mashed Banana in Grams?
3 tablespoons of mashed banana weighs 42.19 g. This is based on mashed banana having a density of 225g 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 3 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 tablespoons of mashed banana
- 1 tablespoon of mashed banana = 14.06g
- 3 × 14.06 = 42.19g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
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 (3 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3 tablespoons of mashed banana (42.19g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
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?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.