Custom Spice Blend Converter
Weigh your own spice mix by the spoon.
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Why Grams to Teaspoon Differs by Ingredient
A teaspoon is a unit of volume (~4.93 mL), whereas a gram is a unit of mass/weight. Therefore, 1 tsp of dense table salt weighs ~5.7g, whereas 1 tsp of airy powdered flour weighs only ~2.6g.
Kitchen Ingredient Density Directory
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Quick Grams to Teaspoon Reference Charts
Common Sugar Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 4.2 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 8.3 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 12.5 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp (3 tsp) |
| 25.0 g | 6.0 tsp | 2 tbsp |
Table Salt Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 g | 0.25 tsp | ¼ tsp |
| 2.8 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 5.7 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 11.4 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 17.1 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
All-Purpose Flour Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 2.6 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 5.2 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 7.8 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
| 31.2 g | 12.0 tsp | ¼ cup (4 tbsp) |
How Custom Spice Blend Converter Works?
The Custom Spice Blend Converter works by dividing grams of a mixed spice blend by 2.5 g per level US teaspoon, the average for blends of ground spices. Weigh 1 tsp of your blend to refine the value.
Mix the blend
Combine and shake the spices well. Heavy spices such as salt sink to the bottom.
Check one spoon
Weigh 1 level tsp. Salt-heavy blends reach 3.5 g, and herb-heavy blends drop to 1.5 g.
Enter grams
Type the weight per dish, such as 10 g of taco seasoning.
Custom Spice Blend Converter Formula
The Custom Spice Blend Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of spice blend ÷ 2.5, or grams ÷ your measured weight of 1 tsp.
tsp = g ÷ 2.5 | blend g/tsp ≈ Σ(share of spice × spice g/tsp)
- 10 g of taco seasoning ÷ 2.5 = 4 tsp, about 1 tbsp + 1 tsp.
- A blend of 50% paprika (2.3 g) and 50% salt (5.69 g) averages 3.99 g per tsp.
- 1 tbsp of a standard blend = 7.5 g.
Custom Spice Blend Converter Conversion Table
The Custom Spice Blend Converter conversion table converts 11 weights of mixed spice blend into teaspoons and tablespoons at 2.5 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 g | 0.018 oz | 0.2 tsp | ¼ tsp | 0.07 tbsp |
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.4 tsp | ⅓ tsp | 0.13 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.071 oz | 0.8 tsp | ¾ tsp | 0.27 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.106 oz | 1.2 tsp | 1 ¼ tsp | 0.4 tbsp |
| 4 g | 0.141 oz | 1.6 tsp | 1 ⅔ tsp | 0.53 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 2 tsp | 2 tsp | 0.67 tbsp |
| 7.5 g | 0.265 oz | 3 tsp | 3 tsp | 1 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 4 tsp | 4 tsp | 1.33 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.529 oz | 6 tsp | 6 tsp | 2 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 8 tsp | 8 tsp | 2.67 tbsp |
| 25 g | 0.882 oz | 10 tsp | 10 tsp | 3.33 tbsp |
What is Custom Spice Blend Converter?
The Custom Spice Blend Converter is a calculator that converts grams of a home-made or bought spice blend into teaspoons. The tool fits taco seasoning, garam masala, ras el hanout, Cajun blends and barbecue rubs.
A blend’s weight per spoon depends on its parts. Salt and sugar raise the weight, and dried herbs lower the weight. Weighing 1 tsp of the finished blend gives an exact factor, and the 2.5 g default covers most salt-free blends of ground spices.
What are the uses of Custom Spice Blend Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Custom Spice Blend Converter: taco and fajita seasoning, garam masala and curry blends, barbecue rubs, and gift jars.
Taco seasoning
One packet equivalent of 28 g equals 11 ¼ tsp, about 3 ¾ tbsp.
Garam masala
A curry for 4 uses 3 g of garam masala, about 1 ¼ tsp.
Barbecue rubs
A rack of ribs uses 30 g of rub, about 4 tbsp.
Gift jars
A 100 g jar holds about 40 tsp of blend.
Custom Spice Blend Converter Measuring Tips
- Most mixed kitchen spice rubs average ~2.5 grams per level teaspoon.
- High-salt spice rubs will be notably denser than pure herbal blends.