How Much Is 5 Cups of Raisins in Ounces?
5 cups of raisins weighs 25.57 oz. This is based on raisins having a density of 145g per cup. Because cups measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 5 cups.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 cups of raisins
- 1 cup of raisins = 145g
- 5 × 145 = 725g
- Convert grams to ounces: 725 ÷ 28.3495 = 25.57 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Chopping dried fruit before measuring gives a denser pack and higher weight per cup than whole pieces. Match the form your recipe specifies.
Raisins at Different Amounts
How raisins scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (5 cups) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.28 oz | 1.35 oz | 1.54 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 1.69 oz | 1.78 oz | 2.03 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 2.56 oz | 2.70 oz | 3.07 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 3.84 oz | 4.05 oz | 4.61 oz |
| 1 cup | 5.11 oz | 5.40 oz | 6.14 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 7.67 oz | 8.11 oz | 9.21 oz |
| 2 cups | 10.23 oz | 10.81 oz | 12.29 oz |
| 3 cups | 15.34 oz | 16.21 oz | 18.43 oz |
| 4 cups | 20.46 oz | 21.62 oz | 24.57 oz |
| 5 cups | 25.57 oz | 27.02 oz | 30.71 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
The US cup (236.588 ml) is slightly smaller than the metric cup used in Australia and some other countries (250 ml). When following recipes from different countries, check which cup standard is being used.
What is an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.