Molasses Converter
Weigh molasses 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 Molasses Converter Works?
The Molasses Converter works by dividing grams of molasses by 6.95 g per US teaspoon. Molasses is thick and slow, so oiling the spoon first gives a clean measure.
Warm the jar
Set the jar in warm water for 5 minutes. Warm molasses pours faster.
Enter grams
Type the weight, such as 40 g for a batch of gingerbread.
Oil and fill
Coat the spoon with oil, fill to the rim, and scrape.
Molasses Converter Formula
The Molasses Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of molasses ÷ 6.95.
tsp = g ÷ 6.95 | 1 tbsp = 20.85 g | 1 US cup ≈ 334 g
- 40 g of molasses ÷ 20.85 = 1.92 tbsp, about 2 tbsp.
- 7 g of molasses ÷ 6.95 = 1 tsp.
- Home-made light brown sugar: 200 g white sugar + 1 tbsp molasses (20.85 g).
Molasses Converter Conversion Table
The Molasses Converter conversion table converts 11 weights of molasses into teaspoons and tablespoons at 6.95 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.14 tsp | ⅛ tsp | 0.05 tbsp |
| 2.5 g | 0.088 oz | 0.36 tsp | ⅓ tsp | 0.12 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 0.72 tsp | ¾ tsp | 0.24 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 1.44 tsp | 1 ½ tsp | 0.48 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.529 oz | 2.16 tsp | 2 ⅛ tsp | 0.72 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 2.88 tsp | 2 ⅞ tsp | 0.96 tbsp |
| 30 g | 1.058 oz | 4.32 tsp | 4 ⅓ tsp | 1.44 tbsp |
| 45 g | 1.587 oz | 6.47 tsp | 6 ½ tsp | 2.16 tbsp |
| 60 g | 2.116 oz | 8.63 tsp | 8 ⅔ tsp | 2.88 tbsp |
| 100 g | 3.527 oz | 14.39 tsp | 14 ⅓ tsp | 4.8 tbsp |
| 250 g | 8.818 oz | 35.97 tsp | 36 tsp | 11.99 tbsp |
What is Molasses Converter?
The Molasses Converter is a calculator that converts grams of molasses into teaspoons and tablespoons. Molasses is the dark syrup left after sugar crystals are extracted from boiled cane or beet juice.
Light molasses comes from the first boiling and tastes sweet. Blackstrap molasses comes from the third boiling and tastes bitter, with more iron, calcium and potassium. Both weigh about 6.95 g per teaspoon.
What are the uses of Molasses Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Molasses Converter: gingerbread, baked beans, home-made brown sugar, and barbecue sauce.
Gingerbread
A gingerbread loaf uses 85 g of molasses, about ¼ cup.
Baked beans
Boston baked beans use 40 g of molasses, about 2 tbsp.
Brown sugar
Light brown sugar mixes 1 tbsp of molasses per 200 g of white sugar.
Barbecue sauce
A batch of sauce uses 20 g of molasses, about 1 tbsp.
Molasses Converter Measuring Tips
- Blackstrap molasses is thick, robust, and nutrient-dense (~6.95g per teaspoon).
- Warm the jar briefly in hot water to ease scooping and pouring.