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How Much Is 42.72 Tablespoons of Molasses in Grams?

Converting 42.72 tablespoons of molasses to grams gives 907.80 g. One tablespoon of molasses weighs 21.25g, so 42.72 tablespoons is 42.72 × 21.25 = 907.8g. This conversion is specific to molasses because each ingredient has a different density.

42.72 tablespoons of molasses
=
907.80g
Result using all tablespoon standards info
907.80 g (US) 920.88 g (Metric Tablespoon) 1,227.84 g (Australian Tablespoon)
42.72 tablespoons of molasses is also
907.80

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 21.25g/tbsp = grams
  1. Start with 42.72 tablespoons of molasses
  2. 1 tablespoon of molasses = 21.25g
  3. 42.72 × 21.25 = 907.8g

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.

Molasses at Different Amounts

How molasses scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (42.72 tablespoons) is highlighted.

4 tbsp85 g5 tbsp106.25 g6 tbsp127.5 g8 tbsp170 g10 tbsp212.5 g12 tbsp255 g16 tbsp340 g42.72 tbsp907.8 g

For reference, 42.72 tablespoons of molasses (907.8g) is close in weight to a 2 lb bag of sugar (907g).

Other Amounts of Molasses

Tablespoons US Grams Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 tablespoon 21.25 g 21.56 g 28.74 g
2 tablespoons 42.50 g 43.11 g 57.48 g
3 tablespoons 63.75 g 64.67 g 86.22 g
4 tablespoons 85.00 g 86.22 g 114.97 g
5 tablespoons 106.25 g 107.78 g 143.71 g
6 tablespoons 127.50 g 129.34 g 172.45 g
8 tablespoons 170.00 g 172.45 g 229.93 g
10 tablespoons 212.50 g 215.56 g 287.41 g
12 tablespoons 255.00 g 258.67 g 344.90 g
16 tablespoons 340.00 g 344.90 g 459.86 g
42.72 tablespoons 907.80 g 920.88 g 1,227.84 g

Understanding the Units

What is a Tablespoon?

A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 907.80 g, based on molasses having a density of 340g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 21.25 (grams per tablespoon for molasses). For 42.72 tablespoons: 42.72 × 21.25 = 907.80 g.
Weighing molasses on a kitchen scale is strongly recommended. It is thick and sticky, so it clings to measuring vessels. If you must measure by volume, lightly oil the measuring spoon first so it slides out cleanly.
Temperature has a minimal effect on most cooking liquids. The density of molasses changes slightly with temperature, but the difference is usually less than 1-2% between refrigerator and room temperature. This conversion assumes room temperature.
Reverse the conversion: 907.80 g ÷ 21.25 = 42.72 tablespoons. Or use the Grams to Tablespoons converter.