Cups to Tablespoons (tbsp) & Teaspoons (tsp) Converter

Convert cups to tablespoons using standard US volume relationships.

How to Convert Cups to Tablespoons

For US customary cooking measurements, the conversion is very straightforward. The most important fact to memorize for any recipe is:

To find the number of tablespoons in any number of cups, you simply multiply the cup value by 16.

• Formula: Tablespoons = Cups × 16
• Example: 0.25 cups × 16 = 4 tbsp

Teaspoons to Tablespoons

The second most important conversion to know is the relationship between tablespoons and teaspoons:

This also means that 1 US Cup contains 48 teaspoons (16 tbsp × 3 tsp/tbsp).

Cups to Tablespoons Quick Conversion Chart

For your convenience, here is a chart for the most common baking and cooking measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many tablespoons are in a cup?

There are exactly **16 tablespoons** in 1 US Customary Cup.

How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?

There are **3 teaspoons** in 1 tablespoon.

How many tablespoons in 1/4 cup?

There are **4 tablespoons** in 1/4 cup. (16 / 4 = 4).

Is a liquid cup the same as a dry cup?

Yes, in terms of volume, a "US Customary Cup" (the standard for recipes) is the same. 1 cup of flour and 1 cup of water both have a volume of 8 fluid ounces. However, they should be measured differently: dry ingredients (like flour) should be measured in a "dry cup" (scooped and leveled), while liquid ingredients should be measured in a "liquid measuring cup" (with a pour spout).

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1 US Cup = 16 US Tablespoons (tbsp)

1 US Tablespoon (tbsp) = 3 US Teaspoons (tsp)