How Much Is 0.33 Ounces of Flaxseed in Cups?
0.33 ounces of flaxseed equals 0.06 cups. Flaxseed has a density of 148g per cup. A lighter ingredient like cocoa powder (86g/cup) would fill even more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 0.33 ounces of flaxseed
- Convert ounces to grams: 0.33 × 28.35 = 9.36g
- 1 cup of flaxseed = 148g
- 9.36g ÷ 148g/cup = 0.06 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh flaxseed on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.
Flaxseed at Different Amounts
How flaxseed scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (0.33 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Flaxseed
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.33 ounces | 0.06 cups | 0.06 cups | 0.05 cups |
| 1 ounce | 0.19 cups | 0.18 cups | 0.16 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.38 cups | 0.36 cups | 0.32 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.57 cups | 0.54 cups | 0.48 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.77 cups | 0.73 cups | 0.64 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.96 cups | 0.91 cups | 0.80 cups |
| 6 ounces | 1.15 cups | 1.09 cups | 0.96 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.53 cups | 1.45 cups | 1.28 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.92 cups | 1.81 cups | 1.59 cups |
| 12 ounces | 2.30 cups | 2.18 cups | 1.91 cups |
| 16 ounces | 3.06 cups | 2.90 cups | 2.55 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
What is a Cup?
A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.