How Much Is 5 Ounces of Garlic Powder in Tablespoons?
Converting 5 ounces of garlic powder to tablespoons gives 14.63 tbsp. First convert to grams (5 oz = 141.75g), then divide by the density of garlic powder (155g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 ounces of garlic powder
- Convert ounces to grams: 5 × 28.35 = 141.75g
- 1 cup of garlic powder = 155g
- 141.75g ÷ 155g/cup = 0.91 cups × 16 = 14.63 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Garlic powder weighs 155g per cup. For small amounts, the difference between a level and heaped measuring spoon can change the flavor noticeably.
Garlic Powder at Different Amounts
How garlic powder scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (5 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Garlic Powder
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 2.93 tbsp | 2.88 tbsp | 2.16 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 5.85 tbsp | 5.77 tbsp | 4.33 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 8.78 tbsp | 8.65 tbsp | 6.49 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 11.71 tbsp | 11.54 tbsp | 8.65 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 14.63 tbsp | 14.42 tbsp | 10.82 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 17.56 tbsp | 17.31 tbsp | 12.98 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 23.41 tbsp | 23.08 tbsp | 17.31 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 29.26 tbsp | 28.85 tbsp | 21.64 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 35.12 tbsp | 34.62 tbsp | 25.96 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 46.82 tbsp | 46.16 tbsp | 34.62 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?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.