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How Much Is 3.17 Ounces of Walnuts in Tablespoons?

3.17 ounces of walnuts equals 11.98 tbsp. Walnuts has a density of 120g 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.

3.17 ounces of walnuts
=
11.98tbsp
Result using all tablespoon standards info
11.98 tbsp (US) 11.81 tbsp (Metric Tablespoon) 8.86 tbsp (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 1 ounce = 3.78 tbsp 2 ounces = 7.56 tbsp 3 ounces = 11.34 tbsp 4 ounces = 15.12 tbsp
Compare: 3.17 ounces almonds (sliced) = 15.63 tbsp 3.17 ounces almonds (whole) = 10.06 tbsp 3.17 ounces cashews = 10.50 tbsp
Convert a different ingredient
3.17 ounces of walnuts is also
0.75 cup (cups) 5.99 fl oz (fluid ounces) 177.18 ml (milliliters)
11.98

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 120g/cup × 16 = tablespoons
  1. Start with 3.17 ounces of walnuts
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 3.17 × 28.35 = 89.87g
  3. 1 cup of walnuts = 120g
  4. 89.87g ÷ 120g/cup = 0.75 cups × 16 = 11.98 tablespoons

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

For the most consistent results, weigh walnuts on a kitchen scale. Volume measurements of nuts vary depending on size, shape, and how tightly they pack.

Walnuts at Different Amounts

How walnuts scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (3.17 ounces) is highlighted.

1 oz3.78 tbsp2 oz7.56 tbsp3 oz11.34 tbsp3.17 oz11.98 tbsp4 oz15.12 tbsp5 oz18.90 tbsp6 oz22.68 tbsp8 oz30.24 tbsp

Other Amounts of Walnuts

Ounces US Tablespoons Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 ounce 3.78 tbsp 3.73 tbsp 2.79 tbsp
2 ounces 7.56 tbsp 7.45 tbsp 5.59 tbsp
3 ounces 11.34 tbsp 11.18 tbsp 8.38 tbsp
3.17 ounces 11.98 tbsp 11.81 tbsp 8.86 tbsp
4 ounces 15.12 tbsp 14.91 tbsp 11.18 tbsp
5 ounces 18.90 tbsp 18.63 tbsp 13.97 tbsp
6 ounces 22.68 tbsp 22.36 tbsp 16.77 tbsp
8 ounces 30.24 tbsp 29.81 tbsp 22.36 tbsp
10 ounces 37.80 tbsp 37.26 tbsp 27.95 tbsp
12 ounces 45.36 tbsp 44.72 tbsp 33.54 tbsp
16 ounces 60.48 tbsp 59.62 tbsp 44.72 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 11.98 tbsp, based on walnuts having a density of 120g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
First convert ounces to grams (1 ounce = 28.3495g), then divide by 120 (grams per cup), then multiply by 16 to get tablespoons. For 3.17 ounces: 3.17 × 28.3495 = 89.87g, then 89.87 ÷ 120 = 0.75 cups × 16 = 11.98 tbsp.
For the most accurate results, weigh walnuts on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 11.98 tbsp ÷ 16 = 0.7489 cups, then 0.7489 × 120g/cup = 89.87g, then 89.87g ÷ 28.3495 = 3.17 ounces. Or use the Tablespoons to Ounces converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026