1 cup to tablespoons
Answer
1 cup = 16 tablespoons
Convert any amount
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Conversion table
| Cups | Tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 0.25 cup | 4 tbsp |
| 0.5 cup | 8 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 16 tbsp |
| 2 cup | 32 tbsp |
| 3 cup | 48 tbsp |
| 4 cup | 64 tbsp |
| 5 cup | 80 tbsp |
| 10 cup | 160 tbsp |
Based on the US customary cup of 240 ml. A metric cup (250 ml) is about 4% larger.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many tablespoons is 1 cup?
- 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
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