The number of grams in a teaspoon depends on the ingredient because a teaspoon measures volume (about 5 mL), while grams measure weight, which varies with density. Here are some common conversions for a level teaspoon:
- Water: 1 teaspoon = 5 grams
- Granulated sugar: 1 teaspoon ≈ 4.2 grams
- Salt: 1 teaspoon ≈ 6 grams
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon ≈ 4.8 grams
- Yeast: 1 teaspoon ≈ 3 grams
Because different ingredients have different densities, the gram weight per teaspoon varies. For precise cooking or baking, it is best to use ingredient- specific conversion tables or scales
. In summary, a general estimate is about 5 grams per teaspoon for water-like liquids, but for dry ingredients, it ranges roughly from 3 to 6 grams depending on the substance.
