Mashed Banana
US Teaspoon to Gram
US Cup (236ml)
227.1g
Metric Cup (250ml)
240.0g
A US cup (236.59ml) of mashed banana weighs 227g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 240g. That's a 5.7% difference - make sure you know which cup size your recipe uses!
Mashed Banana — Quick Reference
Common us teaspoon to gram conversions
| US Teaspoon | Gram |
|---|---|
| ¼ tsp | 1g |
| ½ tsp | 2g |
| 1 tsp | 5g |
| 1½ tsp | 7g |
| 2 tsp | 9g |
| 3 tsp | 14g |
Based on mashed banana density of 0.96 g/ml (packed method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Mashed Banana Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 us teaspoon of mashed banana to gram, we use the density of mashed banana (0.96 g/ml). A us teaspoon contains 4.93ml, so 1 us teaspoon equals 4.93ml. Multiplying by the density: 4.93ml × 0.96 g/ml = 4.7g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting mashed banana, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of mashed banana weighs 227g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 240g—a difference of 13g (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
Fresh produce like mashed banana varies naturally in density. Our conversion uses an average density of 0.96 g/ml, but actual weights can vary based on variety, ripeness, and growing conditions. For baking precision, always weigh produce rather than measuring by volume.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.96 g/ml for mashed banana is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 173944). This measurement was taken with mashed banana firmly packed into the measuring cup.