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Tablespoons of Flour to Cups Converter

Convert tablespoons of flour to cups — 16 tbsp = 1 cup. Flour density chart, recipe amounts, and measuring tips.

tbsp

Cups (Flour)

0.5

cup

8 tbsp = 0.5 cup

cups = tbsp ÷ 16

How to Convert Tablespoons of Flour to Cups

Divide the number of tablespoons by 16. There are 16 tablespoons in a US cup.

Conversion Formula

  • Tablespoons to Cups: cups = tbsp ÷ 16
  • Cups to Tablespoons: tbsp = cups × 16

Common Conversions

TablespoonsCups (decimal)Cups (fraction)
10.061/16
20.131/8
30.193/16
40.251/4
50.315/16
60.383/8
80.501/2
100.635/8
120.753/4
140.887/8
161.001
201.251 1/4
241.501 1/2
322.002

How to Measure Flour

The spoon-and-level method is the most accurate way to measure flour by volume. Use a spoon to fluff the flour in its container, then spoon it into the measuring cup until it overflows. Level the top with a straight edge — a knife or bench scraper works well.

Scooping flour directly with the cup compresses it, packing in roughly 20% more flour by weight. That extra flour can make baked goods dense and dry. One cup of spooned-and-leveled all-purpose flour weighs about 125 g; the same cup scooped can weigh 150 g or more.

Flour Types by Density

Flour typeg per tbspg per cup
All-purpose~7.8~125
Bread~8.1~130
Cake~6.9~110
Whole wheat~7.5~120
Almond~6.6~106
Coconut~5.0~80

Common Recipe Amounts

RecipeFlour (tbsp)Flour (cups)
Roux (1 serving)21/8
Pancakes (4 servings)241 1/2
Muffins (12 ct)322
Cookies (24 ct)362 1/4
Pie crust (single)201 1/4

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FAQ

How many cups is 6 tablespoons of flour?

Six tablespoons of flour equals 0.375 cups, or three-eighths of a cup.

How many cups is 12 tablespoons of flour?

Twelve tablespoons of flour equals 0.75 cups (three-quarters of a cup).

Why would a recipe use tablespoons instead of cups for flour?

Recipes call for tablespoons when the amount is small (less than a quarter cup) or when precision matters. Tablespoons are also easier to measure for odd amounts like 5 or 7 tablespoons.

How many tablespoons are in 1/3 cup of flour?

One-third of a cup equals 5⅓ tablespoons. Most bakers round to 5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon.

Can I use the same conversion for other flours?

The volume conversion (16 tbsp = 1 cup) stays the same regardless of flour type. However, the weight per tablespoon varies — cake flour is lighter than bread flour, so the gram equivalent differs even when the cup measurement is identical.

What is the difference between scooping and spooning flour?

Scooping flour directly with a measuring cup compresses it, adding roughly 20% more flour by weight. Spooning flour into the cup and leveling gives a lighter, more accurate measurement — about 125 g per cup versus 150 g when scooped.

How many grams does 1 tablespoon of flour weigh?

One level tablespoon of all-purpose flour weighs approximately 7.8 grams (about 8 g). This assumes the spoon-and-level method.

How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon of flour?

One tablespoon equals exactly 3 teaspoons, regardless of ingredient.