How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Vanilla Extract in Grams?
5 tablespoons of vanilla extract weighs 76.25 g. This is based on vanilla extract having a density of 244g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 5 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract = 15.25g
- 5 × 15.25 = 76.25g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring spoon on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Vanilla Extract at Different Amounts
How vanilla extract scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Vanilla Extract
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15.25 g | 15.47 g | 20.63 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 30.50 g | 30.94 g | 41.25 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 45.75 g | 46.41 g | 61.88 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 61.00 g | 61.88 g | 82.50 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 76.25 g | 77.35 g | 103.13 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 91.50 g | 92.82 g | 123.76 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 122.00 g | 123.76 g | 165.01 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 152.50 g | 154.70 g | 206.26 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 183.00 g | 185.64 g | 247.51 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 244.00 g | 247.51 g | 330.02 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?
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.