Convert Tablespoons of Sugar to Pounds
Enter the amount of sugar in tablespoons below to get the value converted to pounds.
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How to Convert Tablespoons of Sugar to Pounds
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To convert a measurement in tablespoons to a measurement in pounds, multiply the sugar by the following conversion ratio: 0.027558 pounds/tablespoon.
Since one tablespoon of sugar is equal to 0.027558 pounds, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The sugar in pounds is equal to the sugar in tablespoons multiplied by 0.027558.
While experts usually suggest measuring dry ingredients by weight since it's more accurate,[1] some recipes call for ingredients by volume and many of us don't have a scale when we need one. Because the density of different types of sugar vary, it may not be obvious how to convert between a weight and volume measurements.
This table shows the approximate volume measurement for various weights of sugar, by type to help with the conversion.
Sugar Weight to Volume Conversion Table
| Pounds | Tablespoons (Granulated) | Tablespoons (Brown) | Tablespoons (Powdered) | Tablespoons (Raw) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 lb | 9 1/16 tbsp | 9 1/16 tbsp | 14 1/2 tbsp | 7 1/4 tbsp |
| 0.5 lb | 18 1/8 tbsp | 18 1/8 tbsp | 29 1/16 tbsp | 14 1/2 tbsp |
| 0.75 lb | 27 1/4 tbsp | 27 1/4 tbsp | 43 1/2 tbsp | 21 3/4 tbsp |
| 1 lb | 36 1/4 tbsp | 36 1/4 tbsp | 58 1/16 tbsp | 29 1/16 tbsp |
| 1.25 lb | 45 1/3 tbsp | 45 1/3 tbsp | 72 1/2 tbsp | 36 1/4 tbsp |
| 1.5 lb | 54 1/2 tbsp | 54 1/2 tbsp | 87 1/16 tbsp | 43 1/2 tbsp |
| 1.75 lb | 63 1/2 tbsp | 63 1/2 tbsp | 101 2/3 tbsp | 50 3/4 tbsp |
| 2 lb | 72 1/2 tbsp | 72 1/2 tbsp | 116 1/8 tbsp | 58 1/16 tbsp |
| 2.25 lb | 81 2/3 tbsp | 81 2/3 tbsp | 130 2/3 tbsp | 65 1/3 tbsp |
| 2.5 lb | 90 3/4 tbsp | 90 3/4 tbsp | 145 1/8 tbsp | 72 1/2 tbsp |
| 2.75 lb | 99 3/4 tbsp | 99 3/4 tbsp | 159 2/3 tbsp | 79 3/4 tbsp |
| 3 lb | 108 3/4 tbsp | 108 3/4 tbsp | 174 1/8 tbsp | 87 1/16 tbsp |
| 3.25 lb | 117 3/4 tbsp | 117 3/4 tbsp | 188 2/3 tbsp | 94 1/3 tbsp |
| 3.5 lb | 127 1/16 tbsp | 127 1/16 tbsp | 203 1/4 tbsp | 101 2/3 tbsp |
| 3.75 lb | 136 1/16 tbsp | 136 1/16 tbsp | 217 3/4 tbsp | 108 3/4 tbsp |
| 4 lb | 145 1/8 tbsp | 145 1/8 tbsp | 232 1/4 tbsp | 116 1/8 tbsp |
| 4.25 lb | 154 1/4 tbsp | 154 1/4 tbsp | 246 3/4 tbsp | 123 1/3 tbsp |
| 4.5 lb | 163 1/3 tbsp | 163 1/3 tbsp | 261 1/4 tbsp | 130 2/3 tbsp |
| 4.75 lb | 172 1/3 tbsp | 172 1/3 tbsp | 275 3/4 tbsp | 137 3/4 tbsp |
| 5 lb | 181 1/2 tbsp | 181 1/2 tbsp | 290 1/3 tbsp | 145 1/8 tbsp |
Should I Measure Sugar by Weight or Volume?
Many experts are adamant that dry ingredients like sugar should be measured by weight instead of volume, especially when used for baking.
The reason is that the density of different sugars vary slightly, so volume measurements will likely yield an incorrect amount of ingredient. Additionally, when using a cup or tablespoon, the amount that the sugar is compressed and above or under the measurement line will alter the actual amount.
This is why most experts suggest using a food scale to measure sugar when cooking, rather than a cup, tablespoon, or other volume measuring devices.
Tablespoons and pounds are both units used to measure sugar. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon of sugar is equal to 3 teaspoons or 1/16 of a cup. A tablespoon is a measure of sugar volume.
The tablespoon is a US customary unit of volume. Tablespoons can be abbreviated as tbsp, and are also sometimes abbreviated as T, Tbls, or Tb. For example, 1 tablespoon can be written as 1 tbsp, 1 T, 1 Tbls, or 1 Tb.
Learn more about tablespoons.
What is a Pound?
A pound is a commonly used unit to measure sugar weight. A pound of sugar is equal to 16 ounces, and there are 0.453592 kilograms in one pound.
The pound is a US customary and imperial unit of weight. Pounds can be abbreviated as lb; for example, 1 pound can be written as 1 lb.
Learn more about pounds.
References
- Nila Jones, The Best and Most Accurate Way to Measure Wet and Dry Ingredients for Baking, Serious Eats, https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-measure-wet-dry-ingredients-for-baking-accurately-best-method