How Much Is 5.28 Tablespoons of Sesame Seeds in Grams?
5.28 tablespoons of sesame seeds equals 47.52 g. Sesame seeds has a density of 144g per cup (9g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5.28 tablespoons of honey would be 112.2 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.28 tablespoons of sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds = 9g
- 5.28 × 9 = 47.52g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Sesame seeds are small and pack tightly. Pour them into the measuring spoon and level off without shaking, which settles the seeds and increases the weight.
Sesame Seeds at Different Amounts
How sesame seeds scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5.28 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.28 tablespoons of sesame seeds (47.52g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
Other Amounts of Sesame Seeds
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9.00 g | 9.13 g | 12.17 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 18.00 g | 18.26 g | 24.35 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 27.00 g | 27.39 g | 36.52 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 36.00 g | 36.52 g | 48.69 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 45.00 g | 45.65 g | 60.86 g |
| 5.28 tablespoons | 47.52 g | 48.20 g | 64.27 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 54.00 g | 54.78 g | 73.04 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 72.00 g | 73.04 g | 97.38 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 90.00 g | 91.30 g | 121.73 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 108.00 g | 109.56 g | 146.07 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 144.00 g | 146.07 g | 194.77 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.