How Much Is 2 Teaspoons of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Grams?
2 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton) weighs 10.04 g. This is based on kosher salt (morton) having a density of 241g 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 2 teaspoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton)
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt (morton) = 5.02g
- 2 × 5.02 = 10.04g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
Quick check: 2 teaspoons is just double the single-teaspoon weight. 1 teaspoon = 5.02g, so 2 = 10.04g.
Measuring Tip
If substituting one salt type for another, convert by weight (grams) rather than volume to keep the salinity correct.
Kosher Salt (Morton) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (morton) scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (2 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton) (10.04g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Morton)
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 1.26 g | 1.27 g | 1.51 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 2.51 g | 2.55 g | 3.01 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 5.02 g | 5.09 g | 6.03 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 7.53 g | 7.64 g | 9.04 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 10.04 g | 10.19 g | 12.06 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 15.06 g | 15.28 g | 18.09 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 20.08 g | 20.37 g | 24.12 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 25.10 g | 25.47 g | 30.15 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 30.13 g | 30.56 g | 36.18 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 40.17 g | 40.75 g | 48.23 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.