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Shortening: tbsp to g

1 tbsp shortening ≈ 13.31 g

Ingredient: Shortening Density used: 0.9 g/ml Units: tbsp → g
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13.31
Result in g. Assumes density and typical packing.
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tbsp g
0.25 tbsp 3.33 g
0.5 tbsp 6.65 g
1 tbsp 13.31 g
2 tbsp 26.62 g
3 tbsp 39.92 g

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Why does tbsp of Shortening vary in g?

Different packing densities, temperature, and moisture content affect how much Shortening weighs per volume. This converter uses the typical density of Solid (0.9 g/ml), but real-world results may vary.

Is this exact for every recipe?

This converter gives typical g for tbsp of Shortening, but precision depends on how the ingredient was measured and packed. For baking and other precision work, weighing Shortening directly is best.

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