How Much Is 18 Teaspoons of Cream of Tartar in Grams?
Converting 18 teaspoons of cream of tartar to grams gives 54.00 g. One teaspoon of cream of tartar weighs 3g, so 18 teaspoons is 18 × 3 = 54g. This conversion is specific to cream of tartar because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 18 teaspoons of cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon of cream of tartar = 3g
- 18 × 3 = 54g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Leavener measurements are critical because even small differences affect rise and texture. When possible, weigh cream of tartar rather than relying on volume.
Cream of Tartar at Different Amounts
How cream of tartar scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (18 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 18 teaspoons of cream of tartar (54g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
Other Amounts of Cream of Tartar
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.75 g | 0.76 g | 0.90 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.50 g | 1.52 g | 1.80 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 3.00 g | 3.04 g | 3.60 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 4.50 g | 4.56 g | 5.40 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 6.00 g | 6.09 g | 7.21 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 9.00 g | 9.13 g | 10.81 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 12.00 g | 12.17 g | 14.41 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 15.00 g | 15.22 g | 18.01 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 18.00 g | 18.26 g | 21.62 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 24.00 g | 24.35 g | 28.82 g |
| 18 teaspoons | 54.00 g | 54.78 g | 64.85 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.