How Much Is 8 Ounces of Flaxseed in Cups?
8 ounces of flaxseed equals 1.53 cups. That's 226.80g, and Flaxseed has a density of 148g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 ounces of flaxseed
- Convert ounces to grams: 8 × 28.35 = 226.80g
- 1 cup of flaxseed = 148g
- 226.80g ÷ 148g/cup = 1.53 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 (8 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Flaxseed
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.
What is a Cup?
In US cooking, a cup measures volume, not weight. One standard US cup holds 236.588 ml of liquid. Because different ingredients have different densities, a cup of one ingredient can weigh very differently from a cup of another.