How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Sunflower Seeds in Grams?
1 tablespoon of sunflower seeds equals 8.75 g. Sunflower seeds has a density of 140g per cup (8.75g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 tablespoon of honey would be 21.25 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of sunflower seeds
- 1 tablespoon of sunflower seeds = 8.75g
- 1 × 8.75 = 8.75g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 tablespoon of sunflower seeds, just remember: 8.75g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (17.5g), halve it for a half tablespoon (4.38g).
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh sunflower seeds on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.
Sunflower Seeds at Different Amounts
How sunflower seeds scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Sunflower Seeds
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 8.75 g | 8.88 g | 11.83 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 17.50 g | 17.75 g | 23.67 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 26.25 g | 26.63 g | 35.50 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 35.00 g | 35.50 g | 47.34 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 43.75 g | 44.38 g | 59.17 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 52.50 g | 53.26 g | 71.01 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 70.00 g | 71.01 g | 94.68 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 87.50 g | 88.76 g | 118.35 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 105.00 g | 106.51 g | 142.02 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 140.00 g | 142.02 g | 189.36 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.