How Many Teaspoons in a Tablespoon
Need to know How Many Teaspoons in a Tablespoon? Here’s everything you need to know about how to convert teaspoons to tablespoons (tsp to tbsp or tbsp to tsp). I’ve also provided you with an easy conversion chart below to help you memorize these conversions.
Being successful in the kitchen requires the accurate measurement of ingredients. When following recipes to make a meal, you might be able to eyeball the amount of herbs and spices and other simple ingredients, but if you add too much or too little of an ingredient, the outcome of your recipe might not be what you had hoped for. Knowing how many teaspoons in a tablespoon is a helpful measurement conversion to have memorized for achieving success in the kitchen.
How Many Teaspoons Are in a Tablespoon (tsp to tbsp)
There are 3 teaspoons in 1 tablespoon.
- 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon
- 6 teaspoons = 2 tablespoons
- 9 teaspoons = 3 tablespoons
What is a Teaspoon
The teaspoon is a common measurement of ingredients used in cooking and baking.
Teaspoon is equivalent to 0.16 fluid ounce, 1/3 of a tablespoon or 5 mL. A teaspoon is abbreviated in recipes as “tsp,” “tsps” or just the lower case “t”. Teaspoons are used to measure dry ingredients like dried herbs and spices, baking powder, baking soda and cream of tartar. They can also be used to measure liquids like pure vanilla extract, honey, maple syrup, mustard and mayonnaise.
What is a Tablespoon
The tablespoon is a common measurement of ingredients used in cooking and baking.
Tablespoon is equivalent to 0.5 fluid ounce or 15 mL. A tablespoon is commonly abbreviated in recipes as “tbsp” or “tbs”. Similar to the teaspoon, a tablespoon is used to measure dry ingredients like dried herbs and spices, baking powder, baking soda and cream of tartar. It can also be used to measure liquids like pure vanilla extract, honey, maple syrup, mustard and mayonnaise.
What’s a Pinch, Dash and Smidgen
Even though the obscure measurements of a pinch, dash and smidgen are so small that they are unlikely to make any really difference in the outcome of your recipe, they do in fact have actual concrete sizes. You can purchase measuring spoons for dash, pinch and smidgen and take the guesswork out things for the next time you need a pinch of salt, nutmeg or some other ingredient.
How much is a tad?
A tad is 1/4 teaspoon
How much is a dash?
A dash is 1/8 teaspoon and is typically used for liquid ingredients
How much is a pinch?
A pinch is 1/16 teaspoon, and in theory the dry ingredient should fit between your thumb and forefinger.
How much is a smidgen?
A smidgen is 1/32 teaspoon
How much is a drop?
A drop is 1/64 teaspoon, and is used for liquid ingredients
Teaspoon Conversion Chart
It’s helpful to know some simple kitchen conversions when you’re needing to adjust a recipe whether its to double it or cut the amount in half. Knowing these simple conversions will help you adjust measurements in a recipe so you can achieve the desired results.
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Tips to Measure Like a Pro
- A good rule of thumb is to use a dry measuring cup or a tablespoon when measuring dry ingredients, use a liquid measuring cup when measuring liquids.
- Use a kitchen scale when you need to measure your ingredients by weight.
