Baking Powder
US Tablespoon to Gram
Understanding Baking Powder Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 us tablespoon of baking powder to gram, we use the density of baking powder (0.9 g/ml). A us tablespoon contains 14.79ml, so 1 us tablespoon equals 14.79ml. Multiplying by the density: 14.79ml × 0.9 g/ml = 13.3g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting baking powder, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of baking powder weighs 213g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 225g—a difference of 12g (6%). If you're following a recipe from a different country, using the wrong cup size could affect your results. American recipes use US cups, while recipes from Australia, UK, and most other countries use metric cups.
Measurement Tip
Baking Powder is a high-impact ingredient—even small measurement errors can significantly affect your baking. Always use proper measuring spoons (not regular cutlery) and level off with a straight edge. Too much baking powder can cause over-rising and collapse, while too little results in dense baked goods.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.9 g/ml for baking powder is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 172804). This measurement was taken with baking powder spooned into the measuring cup and leveled.