Granulated Sugar: Teaspoons to Grams
1 teaspoon of granulated sugar = 4 grams (based on 200 g per US cup).
Result
4 g
1 teaspoons of granulated sugar · based on 200 g per cup
| teaspoons | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 tsp | 1 g |
| 1/2 tsp | 2 g |
| 1 tsp | 4 g |
| 1 1/2 tsp | 6 g |
| 2 tsp | 8 g |
| 3 tsp | 13 g |
| 4 tsp | 17 g |
FAQ
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar?
1 teaspoon of granulated sugar is about 4 grams, based on a standard weight of 200 grams per US cup.
Why do gram weights for granulated sugar vary between recipes?
Volume measurements depend on how the ingredient is packed. Spooned-and-leveled granulated sugar weighs less than scooped. Our values use standard baking averages, so brands and techniques may differ by a few percent.
Is it better to measure granulated sugar by weight or volume?
Weight. A kitchen scale removes packing errors entirely, which is why professional recipes list grams. Use this table to convert older volume-based recipes.
Common granulated sugar amounts, teaspoons to grams
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