How Much Is 2 Tablespoons of Sour Cream in Grams?
Converting 2 tablespoons of sour cream to grams gives 28.75 g. One tablespoon of sour cream weighs 14.38g, so 2 tablespoons is 2 × 14.38 = 28.75g. This conversion is specific to sour cream because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 tablespoons of sour cream
- 1 tablespoon of sour cream = 14.38g
- 2 × 14.38 = 28.75g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
Quick check: 2 tablespoons is just double the single-tablespoon weight. 1 tablespoon = 14.38g, so 2 = 28.75g.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh sour cream on a kitchen scale rather than measuring by volume.
Sour Cream at Different Amounts
How sour cream scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 tablespoons of sour cream (28.75g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Sour Cream
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 14.38 g | 14.58 g | 19.44 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 28.75 g | 29.16 g | 38.89 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 43.13 g | 43.75 g | 58.33 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 57.50 g | 58.33 g | 77.77 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 71.88 g | 72.91 g | 97.21 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 86.25 g | 87.49 g | 116.66 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 115.00 g | 116.66 g | 155.54 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 143.75 g | 145.82 g | 194.43 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 172.50 g | 174.98 g | 233.31 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 230.00 g | 233.31 g | 311.08 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.