How many grams is 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar?
1 tsp = 4.2 g
One level US cup of granulated sugar weighs 200 g (7.1 oz). A tablespoon is 12.5 g. Per 100 g: 387 calories and 0 g protein.
Your amount
4.2 g1 teaspoon
16.3Calories
0 gProtein
Conversion chart
| teaspoons | grams | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp | 4.2 g | 16 | 0 g |
| 2 tsp | 8.4 g | 33 | 0 g |
| 3 tsp | 12.6 g | 49 | 0 g |
| 4 tsp | 16.8 g | 65 | 0 g |
| 6 tsp | 25.2 g | 98 | 0 g |
| 8 tsp | 33.6 g | 130 | 0 g |
How to measure
Granulated sugar: scoop and level. Brown sugar: pack firmly. Syrups: set the cup on the counter and fill to the line, reading at eye level.
Scoop and level. Sugar does not compress much.
Common questions
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar?
1 teaspoon of granulated sugar = 4.2 g. Scoop and level. Sugar does not compress much.
Is this a level or heaped teaspoon?
Level. Heaped spoons and packed cups can weigh 20 to 30% more.
Why does my package say something different?
Brands grind and pack differently. For baking, a kitchen scale is always more accurate than cups.