Nutmeg Converter
Weigh ground nutmeg 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 Nutmeg Converter Works?
The Nutmeg Converter works by dividing grams of ground nutmeg by 2.2 g per level US teaspoon. Nutmeg is strong, so recipes use ⅛ to ½ tsp.
Grate or use ground
Freshly grated nutmeg weighs a little less per spoon than pre-ground nutmeg. The 2.2 g value fits pre-ground.
Enter grams
Type the weight, such as 0.5 g for a béchamel.
Use the ⅛ tsp spoon
Measure small amounts with the ⅛ tsp or ¼ tsp spoon and level.
Nutmeg Converter Formula
The Nutmeg Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of ground nutmeg ÷ 2.2.
tsp = g ÷ 2.2 | ⅛ tsp = 0.28 g | 1 whole nutmeg ≈ 2–3 tsp ground
- 0.5 g of nutmeg ÷ 2.2 = 0.23 tsp, about ¼ tsp.
- 1 g of nutmeg ÷ 2.2 = 0.45 tsp, close to ½ tsp.
- ¼ tsp of nutmeg = 0.55 g.
Nutmeg Converter Conversion Table
The Nutmeg Converter conversion table converts 11 small weights of ground nutmeg into teaspoons and fractions at 2.2 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 g | 0.004 oz | 0.05 tsp | 0.05 tsp | 0.02 tbsp |
| 0.25 g | 0.009 oz | 0.11 tsp | ⅛ tsp | 0.04 tbsp |
| 0.5 g | 0.018 oz | 0.23 tsp | ¼ tsp | 0.08 tbsp |
| 0.75 g | 0.026 oz | 0.34 tsp | ⅓ tsp | 0.11 tbsp |
| 1 g | 0.035 oz | 0.45 tsp | ½ tsp | 0.15 tbsp |
| 1.5 g | 0.053 oz | 0.68 tsp | ⅔ tsp | 0.23 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.071 oz | 0.91 tsp | ⅞ tsp | 0.3 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.106 oz | 1.36 tsp | 1 ⅓ tsp | 0.45 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 2.27 tsp | 2 ¼ tsp | 0.76 tbsp |
| 7 g | 0.247 oz | 3.18 tsp | 3 ⅛ tsp | 1.06 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 4.55 tsp | 4 ½ tsp | 1.52 tbsp |
What is Nutmeg Converter?
The Nutmeg Converter is a calculator that converts grams of ground nutmeg into teaspoons. Nutmeg is the seed of the Myristica fragrans tree, grated or ground into a warm, sweet spice.
Nutmeg contains myristicin, which causes nausea and dizziness in doses of about 5 g or more (2 ¼ tsp). Kitchen recipes use 0.25–1 g, far below that level. Accurate small-spoon conversions keep nutmeg in its safe, flavourful range.
What are the uses of Nutmeg Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Nutmeg Converter: béchamel and cheese sauces, eggnog and custards, pumpkin pie, and spinach dishes.
Béchamel
500 mL of béchamel uses 0.3 g of nutmeg, about ⅛ tsp.
Eggnog
A litre of eggnog uses 1 g of nutmeg, close to ½ tsp.
Pumpkin pie
A 23 cm (9 in) pie uses 0.5 g, about ¼ tsp.
Spinach
Creamed spinach for 4 uses a pinch of 0.2 g, under ⅛ tsp.
Nutmeg Converter Measuring Tips
- Highly aromatic; recipes commonly call for just 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon.
- Freshly grated whole nutmeg yields richer volatile essential oils.