How Much Is 12 Tablespoons of Walnuts in Grams?
12 tablespoons of walnuts weighs 90.00 g. This is based on walnuts having a density of 120g 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 12 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 12 tablespoons of walnuts
- 1 tablespoon of walnuts = 7.5g
- 12 × 7.5 = 90g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh walnuts on a kitchen scale. Volume measurements of nuts vary depending on size, shape, and how tightly they pack.
Walnuts at Different Amounts
How walnuts scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (12 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 12 tablespoons of walnuts (90g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Walnuts
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 7.50 g | 7.61 g | 10.14 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 15.00 g | 15.22 g | 20.29 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 22.50 g | 22.82 g | 30.43 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 30.00 g | 30.43 g | 40.58 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 37.50 g | 38.04 g | 50.72 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 45.00 g | 45.65 g | 60.86 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 60.00 g | 60.86 g | 81.15 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 75.00 g | 76.08 g | 101.44 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 90.00 g | 91.30 g | 121.73 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 120.00 g | 121.73 g | 162.30 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
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.