How Much Is 16.67 Teaspoons of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) in Grams?
16.67 teaspoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal) weighs 50.01 g. This is based on kosher salt (diamond crystal) having a density of 144g per cup. Because teaspoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 16.67 teaspoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16.67 teaspoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal)
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt (diamond crystal) = 3g
- 16.67 × 3 = 50.01g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Kosher salt (diamond crystal) weighs 144g per cup. Different kosher salt brands have dramatically different densities - Morton is nearly twice as heavy per volume as Diamond Crystal.
Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (diamond crystal) scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (16.67 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 16.67 teaspoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal) (50.01g) is close in weight to a large egg (no shell) (50g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal)
| 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 |
| 16.67 teaspoons | 50.01 g | 50.73 g | 60.05 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?
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.