The short answer: A spoonful of peanut butter typically weighs about 15 to 20 grams (0.5 to 0.7 ounces), since it is dense with little air.
Spoonful of peanut butter weight by type
Peanut butter is dense, so a spoonful weighs more than many spreads. Here are common spoon amounts.
| Type (example) | Typical weight |
|---|---|
| Level teaspoon | About 5-6 g (0.18-0.21 oz) |
| Heaped teaspoon | About 8-10 g (0.28-0.35 oz) |
| Level tablespoon | About 15-16 g (0.53-0.56 oz) |
| Heaped tablespoon | About 18-22 g (0.63-0.78 oz) |
| Standard serving (2 tbsp) | About 30-32 g (1.1-1.13 oz) |
What affects spoonful of peanut butter weight
- Spoon size. A teaspoon holds far less than a tablespoon.
- Level vs. heaped. A heaped spoon can hold half again as much.
- Density. Peanut butter is dense with little trapped air.
- Smooth vs. crunchy. The two styles weigh nearly the same per spoon.
- Natural vs. processed. Oil separation can slightly affect the weight.
- Temperature. Warmer, softer peanut butter packs onto a spoon a little differently.
How spoonful of peanut butter weight compares
A level tablespoon of peanut butter weighs about the same as three or four grapes, or a single AA battery.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tablespoon of peanut butter weigh?
A level tablespoon of peanut butter weighs about 15 to 16 grams (0.53 to 0.56 ounces). A heaped tablespoon weighs a few grams more.
What does a standard serving of peanut butter weigh?
A standard serving is two tablespoons, weighing about 30 to 32 grams (just over 1 ounce).
Why is peanut butter so heavy per spoon?
Peanut butter is made of ground peanuts and oil with very little air, so it is dense and heavy for its volume.
