How Much Is 8.1 Tablespoons of Onion Powder in Grams?
8.1 tablespoons of onion powder equals 56.70 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, 8.1 tablespoons of honey would be 172.13 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8.1 tablespoons of onion powder
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder = 7g
- 8.1 × 7 = 56.7g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Onion powder weighs 112g per cup. For small amounts, the difference between a level and heaped measuring spoon can change the flavor noticeably.
Onion Powder at Different Amounts
How onion powder scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8.1 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8.1 tablespoons of onion powder (56.7g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
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 |
| 8.1 tablespoons | 56.70 g | 57.52 g | 76.69 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 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?
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.