How Much Is 16 Ounces of Sour Cream in Tablespoons?
Converting 16 ounces of sour cream to tablespoons gives 31.55 tbsp. First convert to grams (16 oz = 453.59g), then divide by the density of sour cream (230g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16 ounces of sour cream
- Convert ounces to grams: 16 × 28.35 = 453.59g
- 1 cup of sour cream = 230g
- 453.59g ÷ 230g/cup = 1.97 cups × 16 = 31.55 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Thickness varies between brands. Full-fat, low-fat, and non-fat versions can have slightly different weights per measuring spoon.
Sour Cream at Different Amounts
How sour cream scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (16 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Sour Cream
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 1.97 tbsp | 1.94 tbsp | 1.46 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 3.94 tbsp | 3.89 tbsp | 2.92 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 5.92 tbsp | 5.83 tbsp | 4.37 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 7.89 tbsp | 7.78 tbsp | 5.83 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 9.86 tbsp | 9.72 tbsp | 7.29 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 11.83 tbsp | 11.66 tbsp | 8.75 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 15.78 tbsp | 15.55 tbsp | 11.66 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 19.72 tbsp | 19.44 tbsp | 14.58 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 23.67 tbsp | 23.33 tbsp | 17.50 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 31.55 tbsp | 31.11 tbsp | 23.33 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?
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.