Grams to Tablespoons – Sour Cream

Sour cream density ≈1.0 g/mL. 1 tbsp ≈ 14.79 g.

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Formula: tablespoons = grams ÷ 14.79 (approx.).

What Are Grams and Tablespoons?

A gram (g) measures mass; a tablespoon (tbsp) measures volume (~14.7868 mL). Density is required to convert between them.1

Density and Formula

With density ~1.0 g/mL, sour cream weighs ~14.79 g per tablespoon. Thickness doesn’t change mass per volume.

tablespoons = grams ÷ 14.79

grams = tablespoons × 14.79

General formula: tablespoons = grams ÷ (14.7868 × density). Results are approximate.2

Note: Level the spoon; for dollops, weigh for accuracy.

Sour Cream Conversion Table

Approximate tablespoon equivalents for common gram amounts.

Grams (g)Tablespoons (tbsp)

Assumes 1 tbsp ≈ 14.79 g for sour cream.

Tips for Accurate Measuring

  • Weigh for precision: Thick textures make level spoons tricky.2
  • Level the spoon: Avoid mounded tablespoons.
  • Store chilled: Minor density changes with temperature.

FAQs

How many tablespoons is 50 g of sour cream?

About 3.38 tbsp (50 ÷ 14.79).

How many grams is 3 tablespoons?

About 44.37 g (3 × 14.79).

Light vs regular?

Density is similar; fat percentage differs.

Sources

  1. Tablespoon ≈ 14.7868 mL; density connects mass and volume.2
  2. Common references; tablespoon values derived from grams and density.

External links omitted; values reflect standard references.