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How Much Is 11.85 Ounces of Chocolate Chips in Tablespoons?

Converting 11.85 ounces of chocolate chips to tablespoons gives 31.99 tbsp. First convert to grams (11.85 oz = 335.94g), then divide by the density of chocolate chips (168g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.

11.85 ounces of chocolate chips
=
31.99tbsp
Result using all tablespoon standards info
31.99 tbsp (US) 31.54 tbsp (Metric Tablespoon) 23.66 tbsp (Australian Tablespoon)
11.85 ounces of chocolate chips is also
31.99

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 168g/cup × 16 = tablespoons
  1. Start with 11.85 ounces of chocolate chips
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 11.85 × 28.35 = 335.94g
  3. 1 cup of chocolate chips = 168g
  4. 335.94g ÷ 168g/cup = 2.00 cups × 16 = 31.99 tablespoons

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Measure chocolate chips before melting. Melted chocolate has a different volume than solid chips, so always measure in solid form.

Chocolate Chips at Different Amounts

How chocolate chips scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (11.85 ounces) is highlighted.

4 oz10.80 tbsp5 oz13.50 tbsp6 oz16.20 tbsp8 oz21.60 tbsp10 oz27.00 tbsp11.85 oz31.99 tbsp12 oz32.40 tbsp16 oz43.20 tbsp

Other Amounts of Chocolate Chips

Ounces US Tablespoons Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 ounce 2.70 tbsp 2.66 tbsp 2.00 tbsp
2 ounces 5.40 tbsp 5.32 tbsp 3.99 tbsp
3 ounces 8.10 tbsp 7.98 tbsp 5.99 tbsp
4 ounces 10.80 tbsp 10.65 tbsp 7.98 tbsp
5 ounces 13.50 tbsp 13.31 tbsp 9.98 tbsp
6 ounces 16.20 tbsp 15.97 tbsp 11.98 tbsp
8 ounces 21.60 tbsp 21.29 tbsp 15.97 tbsp
10 ounces 27.00 tbsp 26.62 tbsp 19.96 tbsp
11.85 ounces 31.99 tbsp 31.54 tbsp 23.66 tbsp
12 ounces 32.40 tbsp 31.94 tbsp 23.95 tbsp
16 ounces 43.20 tbsp 42.59 tbsp 31.94 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 31.99 tbsp, based on chocolate chips having a density of 168g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
First convert ounces to grams (1 ounce = 28.3495g), then divide by 168 (grams per cup), then multiply by 16 to get tablespoons. For 11.85 ounces: 11.85 × 28.3495 = 335.94g, then 335.94 ÷ 168 = 2.00 cups × 16 = 31.99 tbsp.
For the most accurate results, weigh chocolate chips on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 31.99 tbsp ÷ 16 = 1.99965 cups, then 1.99965 × 168g/cup = 335.94g, then 335.94g ÷ 28.3495 = 11.85 ounces. Or use the Tablespoons to Ounces converter.