How Much Is 16 Ounces of Raisins in Cups?
16 ounces of raisins equals 3.13 cups. That's 453.59g, and Raisins has a density of 145g 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 16 ounces of raisins
- Convert ounces to grams: 16 × 28.35 = 453.59g
- 1 cup of raisins = 145g
- 453.59g ÷ 145g/cup = 3.13 cups
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 ounces measurements. Your amount (16 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.20 cups | 0.19 cups | 0.16 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.39 cups | 0.37 cups | 0.33 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.59 cups | 0.56 cups | 0.49 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.78 cups | 0.74 cups | 0.65 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.98 cups | 0.93 cups | 0.81 cups |
| 6 ounces | 1.17 cups | 1.11 cups | 0.98 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.56 cups | 1.48 cups | 1.30 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.96 cups | 1.85 cups | 1.63 cups |
| 12 ounces | 2.35 cups | 2.22 cups | 1.95 cups |
| 16 ounces | 3.13 cups | 2.96 cups | 2.60 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?
There are three cup standards used worldwide. The US cup (236.588 ml) is used in American recipes. The metric cup (250 ml) is standard in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of Asia. The imperial cup (284.131 ml) appears in older British and Canadian recipes. A metric cup holds about 5.7% more than a US cup, while an imperial cup holds about 20% more. Using the wrong standard can noticeably affect a recipe.