How Much Is 4.87 Ounces of All-Purpose Flour in Tablespoons?
4.87 ounces of all-purpose flour equals 17.65 tbsp. All-purpose flour has a density of 125.16g 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 4.87 ounces of all-purpose flour
- Convert ounces to grams: 4.87 × 28.35 = 138.06g
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour = 125.16g
- 138.06g ÷ 125.16g/cup = 1.10 cups × 16 = 17.65 tablespoons
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 all-purpose flour on a kitchen scale. Volume measurements can vary by 20-30% depending on how the flour is scooped.
All-Purpose Flour at Different Amounts
How all-purpose flour scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (4.87 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of All-Purpose Flour
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 3.62 tbsp | 3.57 tbsp | 2.68 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 7.25 tbsp | 7.15 tbsp | 5.36 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 10.87 tbsp | 10.72 tbsp | 8.04 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 14.50 tbsp | 14.29 tbsp | 10.72 tbsp |
| 4.87 ounces | 17.65 tbsp | 17.40 tbsp | 13.05 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 18.12 tbsp | 17.86 tbsp | 13.40 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 21.74 tbsp | 21.44 tbsp | 16.08 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 28.99 tbsp | 28.58 tbsp | 21.44 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 36.24 tbsp | 35.73 tbsp | 26.79 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 43.49 tbsp | 42.87 tbsp | 32.15 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 57.99 tbsp | 57.16 tbsp | 42.87 tbsp |
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 Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.