How Much Is 2 Tablespoons of Vegetable Oil in Grams?
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil equals 27.25 g. Vegetable oil has a density of 218g per cup (13.63g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2 tablespoons of honey would be 42.5 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil = 13.63g
- 2 × 13.63 = 27.25g
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 = 13.63g, so 2 = 27.25g.
Measuring Tip
Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.
Vegetable Oil at Different Amounts
How vegetable oil scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (27.25g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Vegetable Oil
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 13.63 g | 13.82 g | 18.43 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 27.25 g | 27.64 g | 36.86 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 40.88 g | 41.46 g | 55.29 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 54.50 g | 55.29 g | 73.71 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 68.13 g | 69.11 g | 92.14 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 81.75 g | 82.93 g | 110.57 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 109.00 g | 110.57 g | 147.43 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 136.25 g | 138.21 g | 184.28 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 163.50 g | 165.86 g | 221.14 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 218.00 g | 221.14 g | 294.85 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?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.