How Much Is 10 Tablespoons of Onion Powder in Grams?
10 tablespoons of onion powder equals 70.00 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, 10 tablespoons of honey would be 212.5 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 10 tablespoons of onion powder
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder = 7g
- 10 × 7 = 70g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ground spices like onion powder settle and compact during storage. Stir or fluff before measuring by volume for a consistent amount.
Onion Powder at Different Amounts
How onion powder scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (10 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Onion Powder
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
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.