How Much Is 3.17 Teaspoons of Chia Seeds in Grams?
3.17 teaspoons of chia seeds equals 10.76 g. Chia seeds has a density of 163g per cup (3.40g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3.17 teaspoons of honey would be 22.45 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.17 teaspoons of chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon of chia seeds = 3.40g
- 3.17 × 3.40 = 10.76g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Chia seeds are small and pack tightly. Pour them into the measuring spoon and level off without shaking, which settles the seeds and increases the weight.
Chia Seeds at Different Amounts
How chia seeds scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (3.17 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.17 teaspoons of chia seeds (10.76g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Chia Seeds
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.85 g | 0.86 g | 1.02 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.70 g | 1.72 g | 2.04 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 3.40 g | 3.44 g | 4.08 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 5.09 g | 5.17 g | 6.12 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 6.79 g | 6.89 g | 8.16 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 10.19 g | 10.33 g | 12.23 g |
| 3.17 teaspoons | 10.76 g | 10.92 g | 12.93 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 13.58 g | 13.78 g | 16.31 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 16.98 g | 17.22 g | 20.39 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 20.38 g | 20.67 g | 24.47 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 27.17 g | 27.56 g | 32.62 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A teaspoon (tsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 4.929 milliliters or 1/3 of a tablespoon. It is the standard measure for spices, leaveners, extracts, and other small-quantity ingredients.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.