Grams to Teaspoons Calculator
Convert baking powder, yeast, salt, and extracts from grams to teaspoons.
Interactive Grams to Teaspoons Calculator
1 US teaspoon is 4.93 mL. 1 tsp table salt = 5.7g, 1 tsp baking powder = 4.8g, 1 tsp instant yeast = 3.1g, 1 tsp water = 5.0g.
Understanding Grams to Teaspoons Calculator
Convert small gram weights of yeast, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices into kitchen teaspoons.
1 US teaspoon is 4.93 mL. 1 tsp table salt = 5.7g, 1 tsp baking powder = 4.8g, 1 tsp instant yeast = 3.1g, 1 tsp water = 5.0g.
How to Convert Grams (g) to Teaspoons (tsp)
- Enter the weight in grams.
- View the teaspoon equivalent and fractions (1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp).
Worked Culinary Example
Scenario: Converting 10 grams of table salt into teaspoons.
- 1 teaspoon of fine table salt weighs approximately 5.7 grams.
- Teaspoons = 10g ÷ 5.7g/tsp = 1.75 teaspoons.
Result: 10g table salt = 1 3/4 teaspoons.
Quick Reference Conversion Table
| Grams (g) | Teaspoons (tsp) |
|---|---|
| 1.5g | 1/2 tsp yeast / salt |
| 3.0g | 1 tsp yeast / 1/2 tsp salt |
| 5.0g | 1 tsp salt / water / baking powder |
| 10.0g | 2 tsp salt / 2 tsp water |
Common Measuring Mistakes to Avoid
Confusing table salt with kosher salt
Morton kosher salt weighs ~4.8g/tsp, Diamond Crystal kosher salt weighs ~2.8g/tsp, and table salt weighs ~5.7g/tsp. Salt density varies by over 100%!