How Much Is 18 Teaspoons of Cornstarch in Grams?
Converting 18 teaspoons of cornstarch to grams gives 48.00 g. One teaspoon of cornstarch weighs 2.67g, so 18 teaspoons is 18 × 2.67 = 48g. This conversion is specific to cornstarch because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 18 teaspoons of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of cornstarch = 2.67g
- 18 × 2.67 = 48g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
Cornstarch at Different Amounts
How cornstarch scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (18 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 18 teaspoons of cornstarch (48g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
Other Amounts of Cornstarch
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.67 g | 0.68 g | 0.80 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.33 g | 1.35 g | 1.60 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 2.67 g | 2.71 g | 3.20 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 4.00 g | 4.06 g | 4.80 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 5.33 g | 5.41 g | 6.40 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 8.00 g | 8.12 g | 9.61 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 10.67 g | 10.82 g | 12.81 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 13.33 g | 13.53 g | 16.01 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 16.00 g | 16.23 g | 19.21 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 21.33 g | 21.64 g | 25.62 g |
| 18 teaspoons | 48.00 g | 48.69 g | 57.64 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
One teaspoon holds about 5 milliliters. There are 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon and 48 teaspoons in a cup. Teaspoon accuracy matters most with leaveners like baking powder and baking soda, where small differences affect rise and texture.
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.