How Much Is 0.17 Tablespoons of Onion Powder in Grams?
0.17 tablespoons of onion powder equals 1.19 g. Onion powder has a density of 112g per cup (7g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 0.17 tablespoons of honey would be 3.61 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 0.17 tablespoons of onion powder
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder = 7g
- 0.17 × 7 = 1.19g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most accurate results, weigh onion powder on a kitchen scale. At small quantities, even slight over-measuring can overpower a dish.
Onion Powder at Different Amounts
How onion powder scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (0.17 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Onion Powder
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.17 tablespoons | 1.19 g | 1.21 g | 1.61 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 7.00 g | 7.10 g | 9.47 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 14.00 g | 14.20 g | 18.94 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 21.00 g | 21.30 g | 28.40 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 28.00 g | 28.40 g | 37.87 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 35.00 g | 35.50 g | 47.34 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 42.00 g | 42.60 g | 56.81 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 56.00 g | 56.81 g | 75.74 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 70.00 g | 71.01 g | 94.68 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 84.00 g | 85.21 g | 113.61 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 112.00 g | 113.61 g | 151.48 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.