Ground Cinnamon
US Tablespoon to Gram
US Cup (236ml)
132.5g
Metric Cup (250ml)
140.0g
A US cup (236.59ml) of ground cinnamon weighs 132g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 140g. That's a 5.7% difference - make sure you know which cup size your recipe uses!
Ground Cinnamon — Quick Reference
Common us tablespoon to gram conversions
| US Tablespoon | Gram |
|---|---|
| ½ tbsp | 4g |
| 1 tbsp | 8g |
| 2 tbsp | 17g |
| 3 tbsp | 25g |
| 4 tbsp | 33g |
| 5 tbsp | 41g |
| 6 tbsp | 50g |
Based on ground cinnamon density of 0.56 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Ground Cinnamon Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 us tablespoon of ground cinnamon to gram, we use the density of ground cinnamon (0.56 g/ml). A us tablespoon contains 14.79ml, so 1 us tablespoon equals 14.79ml. Multiplying by the density: 14.79ml × 0.56 g/ml = 8.3g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting ground cinnamon, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of ground cinnamon weighs 132g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 140g—a difference of 8g (6%). If you're following a recipe from a different country, using the wrong cup size could affect your results. American recipes use US cups, while recipes from Australia, UK, and most other countries use metric cups.
Measurement Tip
Ground Cinnamon is typically used in small quantities where precision matters. Use proper measuring spoons and level off with a straight edge. The density of 0.56 g/ml accounts for the standard "spooned and leveled" method—don't pack or shake the spoon.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.56 g/ml for ground cinnamon is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 171320). This measurement was taken with ground cinnamon spooned into the measuring cup and leveled.