How many grams is 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar?

1 teaspoon of powdered sugar weighs about 2.8 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 powdered sugar to grams

Answer

1 teaspoon of powdered sugar = 2.8 g

Convert any amount

Amount teaspoon = – gram

Conversion table

Teaspoons	Grams
1 teaspoon	2.8 g
2 teaspoons	5.6 g
3 teaspoons	8.4 g
4 teaspoons	11.2 g
5 teaspoons	14 g
6 teaspoons	16.8 g
8 teaspoons	22.4 g
10 teaspoons	28 g

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How to measure

Powdered (icing) sugar clumps and settles, so sift it before measuring for an accurate volume reading.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar?: 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar weighs about 2.8 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.