How Much Is 5 Ounces of Sesame Seeds in Tablespoons?
5 ounces of sesame seeds equals 15.75 tbsp. That's 141.75g, and Sesame seeds has a density of 144g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 ounces of sesame seeds
- Convert ounces to grams: 5 × 28.35 = 141.75g
- 1 cup of sesame seeds = 144g
- 141.75g ÷ 144g/cup = 0.98 cups × 16 = 15.75 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ground and whole sesame seeds have different densities. Make sure you are using the form your recipe specifies.
Sesame Seeds at Different Amounts
How sesame seeds scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (5 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Sesame Seeds
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 3.15 tbsp | 3.11 tbsp | 2.33 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 6.30 tbsp | 6.21 tbsp | 4.66 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 9.45 tbsp | 9.32 tbsp | 6.99 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 12.60 tbsp | 12.42 tbsp | 9.32 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 15.75 tbsp | 15.53 tbsp | 11.64 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 18.90 tbsp | 18.63 tbsp | 13.97 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 25.20 tbsp | 24.84 tbsp | 18.63 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 31.50 tbsp | 31.05 tbsp | 23.29 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 37.80 tbsp | 37.26 tbsp | 27.95 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 50.40 tbsp | 49.68 tbsp | 37.26 tbsp |
Understanding the Units
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.
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.