Baking Soda
US Teaspoon to Gram
Understanding Baking Soda Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 us teaspoon of baking soda to gram, we use the density of baking soda (0.93 g/ml). A us teaspoon contains 4.93ml, so 1 us teaspoon equals 4.93ml. Multiplying by the density: 4.93ml × 0.93 g/ml = 4.6g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting baking soda, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of baking soda weighs 220g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 233g—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 Soda 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 soda can cause over-rising and collapse, while too little results in dense baked goods.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.93 g/ml for baking soda is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 175040). This measurement was taken with baking soda spooned into the measuring cup and leveled.