How Much Is 8 Teaspoons of Breadcrumbs in Grams?
8 teaspoons of breadcrumbs equals 18.00 g. Breadcrumbs has a density of 108g per cup (2.25g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 8 teaspoons of honey would be 56.67 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 teaspoons of breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon of breadcrumbs = 2.25g
- 8 × 2.25 = 18g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Pour grains into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not shake or tap, as this settles the grains and increases the weight.
Breadcrumbs at Different Amounts
How breadcrumbs scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (8 teaspoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Breadcrumbs
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.56 g | 0.57 g | 0.68 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.13 g | 1.14 g | 1.35 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 2.25 g | 2.28 g | 2.70 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 3.38 g | 3.42 g | 4.05 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 4.50 g | 4.56 g | 5.40 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 6.75 g | 6.85 g | 8.11 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 9.00 g | 9.13 g | 10.81 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 11.25 g | 11.41 g | 13.51 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 13.50 g | 13.69 g | 16.21 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 18.00 g | 18.26 g | 21.62 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.
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.