How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Whipped Cream in Grams?
1 tablespoon of whipped cream weighs 3.75 g. This is based on whipped cream having a density of 60g 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 1 tablespoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon of whipped cream = 3.75g
- 1 × 3.75 = 3.75g
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 whipped cream, just remember: 3.75g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (7.5g), halve it for a half tablespoon (1.88g).
Measuring Tip
Whipped cream is extremely light at only 60g per cup because it is mostly air. The weight depends heavily on how stiffly it is whipped.
Whipped Cream at Different Amounts
How whipped cream scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Whipped Cream
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 3.75 g | 3.80 g | 5.07 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 7.50 g | 7.61 g | 10.14 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 11.25 g | 11.41 g | 15.22 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 15.00 g | 15.22 g | 20.29 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 18.75 g | 19.02 g | 25.36 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 22.50 g | 22.82 g | 30.43 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 30.00 g | 30.43 g | 40.58 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 37.50 g | 38.04 g | 50.72 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 45.00 g | 45.65 g | 60.86 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 60.00 g | 60.86 g | 81.15 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?
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.