How it's calculated
g = tsp × (grams per teaspoon)
tsp = teaspoons; grams-per-teaspoon depends on the ingredient (sugar 4.2, flour 2.6, water 4.93, salt 6.0, …). Reverse: tsp = g ÷ (grams per teaspoon).
Common values
| Ingredient | 1 tsp in grams |
|---|---|
| Granulated sugar | 4.2 g |
| Table salt | 6.0 g |
| Flour | 2.6 g |
| Water | 4.93 g |
Common questions
Why does the gram weight change by ingredient?
A teaspoon is a fixed volume, but different ingredients have different densities, so the same spoonful weighs more or less depending on what it holds.
Which teaspoon does this use?
It uses the US teaspoon of 4.93 mL, the standard for American recipes.