Tablespoons of cocoa powder to grams
How much does a tablespoon of cocoa powder weigh? Enter an amount to convert it, or use the chart below.
Cocoa Powder: tablespoons to grams chart
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| ¼ tablespoon | 1.31 g |
| ½ tablespoon | 2.63 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 5.25 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 10.5 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 15.8 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 21 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 26.3 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 31.5 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 42 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 52.5 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 63 g |
How the conversion works
Tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, so the conversion depends on the density of the cocoa powder. One US cup of cocoa powder weighs about 84 g, so one tablespoon weighs 5.25 g.
To convert, multiply the number of tablespoons by the weight of one tablespoon. A US cup is 236.6 mL, 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder?
1 US tablespoon of cocoa powder weighs about 5.25 grams.
How many tablespoons of cocoa powder is 100 grams?
100 grams of cocoa powder is about 19 US tablespoons.