How Much Is 1.5 Cups of Tomato Sauce in Ounces?
Converting 1.5 cups of tomato sauce to ounces gives 12.96 oz. One cup of tomato sauce weighs 245g, so 1.5 cups is 1.5 × 245 = 367.5g (12.96 oz). This conversion is specific to tomato sauce because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.5 cups of tomato sauce
- 1 cup of tomato sauce = 245g
- 1.5 × 245 = 367.5g
- Convert grams to ounces: 367.5 ÷ 28.3495 = 12.96 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring cup on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Tomato Sauce at Different Amounts
How tomato sauce scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1.5 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.5 cups of tomato sauce (367.5g) is close in weight to a can of soda (355g).
Other Amounts of Tomato Sauce
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 2.16 oz | 2.28 oz | 2.59 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 2.85 oz | 3.01 oz | 3.42 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 4.32 oz | 4.57 oz | 5.19 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 6.48 oz | 6.85 oz | 7.78 oz |
| 1 cup | 8.64 oz | 9.13 oz | 10.38 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 12.96 oz | 13.70 oz | 15.57 oz |
| 2 cups | 17.28 oz | 18.26 oz | 20.76 oz |
| 3 cups | 25.93 oz | 27.40 oz | 31.14 oz |
| 4 cups | 34.57 oz | 36.53 oz | 41.52 oz |
| 5 cups | 43.21 oz | 45.66 oz | 51.89 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.