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Instant Yeast: Teaspoons to Grams

1 teaspoon of instant yeast = 3 grams (based on 150 g per US cup).

Result

3 g

1 teaspoons of instant yeast · based on 150 g per cup

teaspoonsgrams
1/4 tsp1 g
1/2 tsp2 g
1 tsp3 g
1 1/2 tsp5 g
2 tsp6 g
3 tsp9 g
4 tsp13 g

FAQ

How many grams is 1 teaspoon of instant yeast?

1 teaspoon of instant yeast is about 3 grams, based on a standard weight of 150 grams per US cup.

Why do gram weights for instant yeast vary between recipes?

Volume measurements depend on how the ingredient is packed. Spooned-and-leveled instant yeast weighs less than scooped. Our values use standard baking averages, so brands and techniques may differ by a few percent.

Is it better to measure instant yeast by weight or volume?

Weight. A kitchen scale removes packing errors entirely, which is why professional recipes list grams. Use this table to convert older volume-based recipes.

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