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How Much Is 6.72 Tablespoons of Molasses in Grams?

Converting 6.72 tablespoons of molasses to grams gives 142.80 g. One tablespoon of molasses weighs 21.25g, so 6.72 tablespoons is 6.72 × 21.25 = 142.8g. This conversion is specific to molasses because each ingredient has a different density.

6.72 tablespoons of molasses
=
142.80g
Result using all tablespoon standards info
142.80 g (US) 144.86 g (Metric Tablespoon) 193.14 g (Australian Tablespoon)
6.72 tablespoons of molasses is also
142.80

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 21.25g/tbsp = grams
  1. Start with 6.72 tablespoons of molasses
  2. 1 tablespoon of molasses = 21.25g
  3. 6.72 × 21.25 = 142.8g

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.

Molasses at Different Amounts

How molasses scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (6.72 tablespoons) is highlighted.

3 tbsp63.75 g4 tbsp85 g5 tbsp106.25 g6 tbsp127.5 g6.72 tbsp142.8 g8 tbsp170 g10 tbsp212.5 g12 tbsp255 g

For reference, 6.72 tablespoons of molasses (142.8g) is close in weight to a baseball (145g).

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
6.72 tablespoons 142.80 g 144.86 g 193.14 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

Understanding the Units

What is a Tablespoon?

Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 142.80 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 6.72 tablespoons: 6.72 × 21.25 = 142.80 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: 142.80 g ÷ 21.25 = 6.72 tablespoons. Or use the Grams to Tablespoons converter.