How Much Is 5 Teaspoons of Type 00 Flour in Grams?
5 teaspoons of type 00 flour equals 13.23 g. Type 00 flour has a density of 127g per cup (2.65g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5 teaspoons of honey would be 35.42 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 teaspoons of type 00 flour
- 1 teaspoon of type 00 flour = 2.65g
- 5 × 2.65 = 13.23g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh type 00 flour on a kitchen scale. Volume measurements can vary by 20-30% depending on how the flour is scooped.
Type 00 Flour at Different Amounts
How type 00 flour scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (5 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 teaspoons of type 00 flour (13.23g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Type 00 Flour
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.66 g | 0.67 g | 0.79 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.32 g | 1.34 g | 1.59 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 2.65 g | 2.68 g | 3.18 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 3.97 g | 4.03 g | 4.77 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 5.29 g | 5.37 g | 6.35 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 7.94 g | 8.05 g | 9.53 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 10.58 g | 10.74 g | 12.71 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 13.23 g | 13.42 g | 15.89 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 15.88 g | 16.10 g | 19.06 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 21.17 g | 21.47 g | 25.42 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.