How Much Is 1.9 Ounces of Sesame Seeds in Cups?
1.9 ounces of sesame seeds equals 0.37 cups. That's 53.86g, and Sesame seeds has a density of 144g 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 1.9 ounces of sesame seeds
- Convert ounces to grams: 1.9 × 28.35 = 53.86g
- 1 cup of sesame seeds = 144g
- 53.86g ÷ 144g/cup = 0.37 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 sesame seeds on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.
Sesame Seeds at Different Amounts
How sesame seeds scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (1.9 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Sesame Seeds
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.20 cups | 0.19 cups | 0.16 cups |
| 1.9 ounces | 0.37 cups | 0.35 cups | 0.31 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 | 0.79 cups | 0.75 cups | 0.66 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.98 cups | 0.93 cups | 0.82 cups |
| 6 ounces | 1.18 cups | 1.12 cups | 0.98 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.57 cups | 1.49 cups | 1.31 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.97 cups | 1.86 cups | 1.64 cups |
| 12 ounces | 2.36 cups | 2.24 cups | 1.97 cups |
| 16 ounces | 3.15 cups | 2.98 cups | 2.62 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?
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.