How many grams is 1 tablespoon of butter?

1 tablespoon of butter weighs about 13.7 g.

Is the tablespoon-to-gram value the same for every brand?

It is close, but density varies slightly with brand, humidity and how tightly you pack it. Weigh on a scale when accuracy matters.

Tablespoons of butter to grams

Answer

1 tablespoon of butter = 13.7 g

Convert any amount

Amount tablespoon = – gram

Conversion table

Tablespoons	Grams
1 tablespoon	13.7 g
2 tablespoons	27.3 g
3 tablespoons	41 g
4 tablespoons	54.7 g
5 tablespoons	68.3 g
6 tablespoons	82 g
8 tablespoons	109 g
10 tablespoons	137 g

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How to measure

Most butter is sold in blocks with gram markings on the wrapper — cutting to weight is easier than measuring soft butter by volume.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 tablespoon of butter?: 1 tablespoon of butter weighs about 13.7 g.
Is the tablespoon-to-gram value the same for every brand?: It is close, but density varies slightly with brand, humidity and how tightly you pack it. Weigh on a scale when accuracy matters.

Related conversions

Values are approximate — ingredient density varies with brand, humidity and how you measure. For baking, weighing on a scale is always the most reliable method.