How Many Tablespoons Equal…? Posted on September 18, 2009 by Charla Here’s a quick reference guide: 1/4 cup = 4 tablespoons 1/3 cup = 5 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon 1/2 cup = 8 tablespoons 2/3 cup = 10 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons 3/4 cup = 12 tablespoons ….1 cup = 16 tablespoons