How Much Is 5.56 Teaspoons of Buttermilk in Grams?
5.56 teaspoons of buttermilk equals 28.38 g. Buttermilk has a density of 245g per cup (5.10g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5.56 teaspoons of honey would be 39.38 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.56 teaspoons of buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon of buttermilk = 5.10g
- 5.56 × 5.10 = 28.38g
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.
Buttermilk at Different Amounts
How buttermilk scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (5.56 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.56 teaspoons of buttermilk (28.38g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Buttermilk
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 1.28 g | 1.29 g | 1.53 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 2.55 g | 2.59 g | 3.06 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 5.10 g | 5.18 g | 6.13 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 7.66 g | 7.77 g | 9.19 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 10.21 g | 10.36 g | 12.26 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 15.31 g | 15.53 g | 18.39 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 20.42 g | 20.71 g | 24.52 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 25.52 g | 25.89 g | 30.65 g |
| 5.56 teaspoons | 28.38 g | 28.79 g | 34.08 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 30.63 g | 31.07 g | 36.78 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 40.83 g | 41.42 g | 49.03 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?
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.