How Much Is 4 Teaspoons of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Grams?
4 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton) equals 20.08 g. Kosher salt (morton) has a density of 241g per cup (5.02g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4 teaspoons of honey would be 28.33 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton)
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt (morton) = 5.02g
- 4 × 5.02 = 20.08g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
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 (4 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton) (20.08g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
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?
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.