How Much Is 8 Ounces of Sesame Seeds in Cups?
Converting 8 ounces of sesame seeds to cups gives 1.57 cups. First convert to grams (8 oz = 226.80g), then divide by the density of sesame seeds (144g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 ounces of sesame seeds
- Convert ounces to grams: 8 × 28.35 = 226.80g
- 1 cup of sesame seeds = 144g
- 226.80g ÷ 144g/cup = 1.57 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 (8 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 |
| 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?
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?
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.