1 Tsp of Sugar in Grams
1 tsp of sugar weighs 4.2 grams, or 0.1 oz.
This is the USDA household measure for sugar. That amount has 17 calories. Packing, chopping and moisture change how much fits in a cup, so a kitchen scale gives the most accurate count.
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17cal
in 1 tsp of sugar (4 g)Protein0 g0% of calories
Fat0 g1% of calories
Carbs4.2 g99% of calories
1% of a 2,000 calorie day
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Total
Sugar teaspoons to grams
| Amount | Grams | Ounces | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 tsp | 1.1 g | 0 oz | 4 |
| 1/3 tsp | 1.4 g | 0 oz | 6 |
| 1/2 tsp | 2.1 g | 0.1 oz | 8 |
| 2/3 tsp | 2.8 g | 0.1 oz | 11 |
| 3/4 tsp | 3.2 g | 0.1 oz | 13 |
| 1 tsp | 4.2 g | 0.1 oz | 17 |
| 1 1/2 tsp | 6.3 g | 0.2 oz | 25 |
| 2 tsp | 8.4 g | 0.3 oz | 34 |
| 3 tsp | 13 g | 0.4 oz | 51 |
| 4 tsp | 17 g | 0.6 oz | 67 |
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Sugar: common questions
How many grams are in 1 tsp of sugar?
1 tsp of sugar is about 4.2 g.
How many calories are in 1 tsp of sugar?
1 tsp of sugar has 17 calories.
How many cups is 100 g of sugar?
100 g of sugar is about 1/2 cup.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID 2710258. Original description: Sugar, white, granulated or lump. Portion weights are USDA household measures.