How Much Is 5 Ounces of Raisins in Tablespoons?
Converting 5 ounces of raisins to tablespoons gives 15.64 tbsp. First convert to grams (5 oz = 141.75g), then divide by the density of raisins (145g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 ounces of raisins
- Convert ounces to grams: 5 × 28.35 = 141.75g
- 1 cup of raisins = 145g
- 141.75g ÷ 145g/cup = 0.98 cups × 16 = 15.64 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
To prevent dried fruit from sinking in batter, toss it with a tablespoon of flour before folding in. This does not affect the weight measurement.
Raisins at Different Amounts
How raisins scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (5 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 3.13 tbsp | 3.08 tbsp | 2.31 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 6.26 tbsp | 6.17 tbsp | 4.63 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 9.38 tbsp | 9.25 tbsp | 6.94 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 12.51 tbsp | 12.34 tbsp | 9.25 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 15.64 tbsp | 15.42 tbsp | 11.56 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 18.77 tbsp | 18.50 tbsp | 13.88 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 25.03 tbsp | 24.67 tbsp | 18.50 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 31.28 tbsp | 30.84 tbsp | 23.13 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 37.54 tbsp | 37.01 tbsp | 27.75 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 50.05 tbsp | 49.34 tbsp | 37.01 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.