How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Mayonnaise in Grams?
Converting 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise to grams gives 13.75 g. One tablespoon of mayonnaise weighs 13.75g. This conversion is specific to mayonnaise because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise = 13.75g
- 1 × 13.75 = 13.75g
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 mayonnaise, just remember: 13.75g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (27.5g), halve it for a half tablespoon (6.88g).
Measuring Tip
Mayonnaise should be spooned into the measuring spoon and leveled off. Do not scoop directly from the jar, which traps air.
Mayonnaise at Different Amounts
How mayonnaise scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise (13.75g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Mayonnaise
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 13.75 g | 13.95 g | 18.60 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 27.50 g | 27.90 g | 37.19 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 41.25 g | 41.84 g | 55.79 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 55.00 g | 55.79 g | 74.39 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 68.75 g | 69.74 g | 92.99 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 82.50 g | 83.69 g | 111.58 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 110.00 g | 111.58 g | 148.78 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 137.50 g | 139.48 g | 185.97 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 165.00 g | 167.38 g | 223.17 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 220.00 g | 223.17 g | 297.56 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.