Instant Coffee Converter
Weigh instant coffee 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.
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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 Instant Coffee Converter Works?
The Instant Coffee Converter works by dividing grams of instant coffee by 1.5 g per level US teaspoon of freeze-dried granules. Spray-dried powder packs heavier than granules.
Check the form
Freeze-dried granules fit the 1.5 g value. Fine spray-dried powder weighs up to 2 g per spoon.
Enter grams
Type the weight, such as 2 g for a 240 mL (8 fl oz) cup.
Dissolve
Stir the measured coffee into hot water at 85–90 °C (185–194 °F).
Instant Coffee Converter Formula
The Instant Coffee Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of instant coffee ÷ 1.5.
tsp = g ÷ 1.5 | 1 tbsp = 4.5 g | 1 cup ≈ 1–2 tsp
- 2 g of instant coffee ÷ 1.5 = 1.33 tsp, about 1 ⅓ tsp.
- 9 g of instant coffee ÷ 1.5 = 6 tsp (2 tbsp) for dalgona coffee.
- 1 tbsp of instant coffee = 4.5 g.
Instant Coffee Converter Conversion Table
The Instant Coffee Converter conversion table converts 11 weights of instant coffee into teaspoons and tablespoons at 1.5 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 g | 0.018 oz | 0.33 tsp | ⅓ tsp | 0.11 tbsp |
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.67 tsp | ⅔ tsp | 0.22 tbsp |
| 1.5 g | 0.053 oz | 1 tsp | 1 tsp | 0.33 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.071 oz | 1.33 tsp | 1 ⅓ tsp | 0.44 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.106 oz | 2 tsp | 2 tsp | 0.67 tbsp |
| 4 g | 0.141 oz | 2.67 tsp | 2 ⅔ tsp | 0.89 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 3.33 tsp | 3 ⅓ tsp | 1.11 tbsp |
| 6 g | 0.212 oz | 4 tsp | 4 tsp | 1.33 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 6.67 tsp | 6 ⅔ tsp | 2.22 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.529 oz | 10 tsp | 10 tsp | 3.33 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 13.33 tsp | 13 ⅓ tsp | 4.44 tbsp |
What is Instant Coffee Converter?
The Instant Coffee Converter is a calculator that converts grams of instant coffee into teaspoons. Instant coffee is brewed coffee dried into soluble granules or powder by freeze-drying or spray-drying.
Instant coffee dissolves fully in water, so cup strength depends on the dose alone. Labels list servings as "1 tsp (about 2 g)". Bakers use instant coffee and espresso powder to deepen chocolate flavour.
What are the uses of Instant Coffee Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Instant Coffee Converter: a daily cup, dalgona and iced coffee, chocolate baking, and coffee rubs.
Daily cup
A 240 mL cup takes 2 g, about 1 ⅓ tsp.
Dalgona coffee
Whipped coffee uses 2 tbsp each of coffee, sugar and hot water. 2 tbsp = 9 g of coffee.
Chocolate baking
Brownies take 3 g of instant coffee, 2 tsp, to boost chocolate flavour.
Coffee rubs
Steak rubs use 5 g of instant coffee, about 3 ⅓ tsp.
Instant Coffee Converter Measuring Tips
- Freeze-dried instant coffee granules are light, holding ~1.50 grams per level teaspoon.
- Instant espresso powder is slightly denser and intensifies chocolate flavors in cakes.