Teaspoons of Sugar Converter

Convert teaspoons of sugar to other units instantly

Tablespoons
0.333
Cups
0.021
Grams
4.2
Ounces
0.148

Understanding Teaspoons of Sugar

What is a Teaspoon?

A teaspoon (tsp) is a common unit of volume measurement in cooking and baking. In the US customary system, one teaspoon equals exactly 4.92892 milliliters.

Common Conversions

  • • 1 teaspoon = 1/3 tablespoon
  • • 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon
  • • 48 teaspoons = 1 cup
  • • 1 teaspoon of sugar ≈ 4.2 grams

Health and Nutrition

The American Heart Association recommends limiting daily added sugar intake to:

  • • Men: 9 teaspoons (36g)
  • • Women: 6 teaspoons (24g)