How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Mashed Banana in Grams?
5 tablespoons of mashed banana equals 70.31 g. Mashed banana has a density of 225g per cup (14.06g 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 mashed banana
- 1 tablespoon of mashed banana = 14.06g
- 5 × 14.06 = 70.31g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Mashed and pureed ingredients vary in density depending on texture. A smoother puree packs more densely per cup than a chunky one.
Mashed Banana at Different Amounts
How mashed banana scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
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?
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?
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.