Cocoa Powder (Unsweetened): How Many Grams in a Teaspoon?
Cocoa powder is notorious for compacting. A cup measured by 'scooping' can weigh up to 100g, while a 'spooned' cup weighs about 85g. This 15% excess makes brownies dry and chalky. Weighing your cocoa guarantees that moist, fudgy texture every time.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| tsp | g |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2 |
| 2 | 4 |
| 3 | 5 |
| 4 | 7 |
| 5 | 9 |
| 6 | 11 |
| 7 | 12 |
| 8 | 14 |
| 9 | 16 |
| 10 | 18 |
| 11 | 19 |
| 12 | 21 |
| 13 | 23 |
| 14 | 25 |
| 15 | 27 |
| 20 | 35 |
| 25 | 44 |
| 30 | 53 |
FAQ
- Dutch Processed vs. Natural Cocoa: Does weight change?
- The density is similar, but the chemistry isn't. Dutch is neutral; Natural is acidic. While 100g weighs the same, check your recipe to ensure your leavening agent (soda vs powder) matches the cocoa type.