How Much Is 7.2 Teaspoons of Raisins in Grams?
7.2 teaspoons of raisins equals 21.75 g. Raisins has a density of 145g per cup (3.02g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 7.2 teaspoons of honey would be 51 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 7.2 teaspoons of raisins
- 1 teaspoon of raisins = 3.02g
- 7.2 × 3.02 = 21.75g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Dried fruit weights vary with moisture content. Freshly opened packages weigh more than fruit that has been exposed to air and dried further.
Raisins at Different Amounts
How raisins scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (7.2 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 7.2 teaspoons of raisins (21.75g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.76 g | 0.77 g | 0.91 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.51 g | 1.53 g | 1.81 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 3.02 g | 3.06 g | 3.63 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 4.53 g | 4.60 g | 5.44 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 6.04 g | 6.13 g | 7.26 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 9.06 g | 9.19 g | 10.88 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 12.08 g | 12.26 g | 14.51 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 15.10 g | 15.32 g | 18.14 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 18.13 g | 18.39 g | 21.77 g |
| 7.2 teaspoons | 21.75 g | 22.06 g | 26.12 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 24.17 g | 24.51 g | 29.02 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?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.