How many grams is 1 teaspoon of butter?

1 teaspoon of butter weighs about 4.55 g.

Is the teaspoon-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.

Teaspoons of butter to grams

Answer

1 teaspoon of butter = 4.55 g

Convert any amount

Amount teaspoon = – gram

Conversion table

Teaspoons	Grams
1 teaspoon	4.55 g
2 teaspoons	9.11 g
3 teaspoons	13.7 g
4 teaspoons	18.2 g
5 teaspoons	22.8 g
6 teaspoons	27.3 g
8 teaspoons	36.4 g
10 teaspoons	45.5 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 teaspoon of butter?: 1 teaspoon of butter weighs about 4.55 g.
Is the teaspoon-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.