How Much Is 16 Ounces of Cornstarch in Tablespoons?
16 ounces of cornstarch equals 56.70 tbsp. Cornstarch has a density of 128g 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 16 ounces of cornstarch
- Convert ounces to grams: 16 × 28.35 = 453.59g
- 1 cup of cornstarch = 128g
- 453.59g ÷ 128g/cup = 3.54 cups × 16 = 56.70 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
Cornstarch at Different Amounts
How cornstarch scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (16 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Cornstarch
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 3.54 tbsp | 3.49 tbsp | 2.62 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 7.09 tbsp | 6.99 tbsp | 5.24 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 10.63 tbsp | 10.48 tbsp | 7.86 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 14.17 tbsp | 13.97 tbsp | 10.48 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 17.72 tbsp | 17.47 tbsp | 13.10 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 21.26 tbsp | 20.96 tbsp | 15.72 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 28.35 tbsp | 27.95 tbsp | 20.96 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 35.44 tbsp | 34.93 tbsp | 26.20 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 42.52 tbsp | 41.92 tbsp | 31.44 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 56.70 tbsp | 55.89 tbsp | 41.92 tbsp |
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 Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.