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How Much Is 0.16 Tablespoons of All-Purpose Flour in Ounces?

0.16 tablespoons of all-purpose flour weighs 0.04 oz. This is based on all-purpose flour having a density of 125.16g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 0.16 tablespoons.

0.16 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
=
0.04oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
0.04 oz (US) 0.04 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 0.06 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 1 tablespoon = 0.28 oz 2 tablespoons = 0.55 oz 3 tablespoons = 0.83 oz 4 tablespoons = 1.10 oz
Compare: 0.16 tablespoons almond flour = 0.03 oz 0.16 tablespoons bread flour = 0.04 oz 0.16 tablespoons cake flour = 0.04 oz
Convert a different ingredient
0.16 tablespoons of all-purpose flour is also
1.25 g (grams)
0.04

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 7.82g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 0.16 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
  2. 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour = 7.82g
  3. 0.16 × 7.82 = 1.25g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 1.25 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.04 oz

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

Measuring Tip

Humidity affects all-purpose flour weight. In humid conditions, flour absorbs moisture and weighs more per cup. Store it in an airtight container for consistent results.

All-Purpose Flour at Different Amounts

How all-purpose flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (0.16 tablespoons) is highlighted.

0.16 tbsp0.04 oz1 tbsp0.28 oz2 tbsp0.55 oz3 tbsp0.83 oz4 tbsp1.10 oz5 tbsp1.38 oz6 tbsp1.66 oz8 tbsp2.21 oz

Other Amounts of All-Purpose Flour

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
0.16 tablespoons 0.04 oz 0.04 oz 0.06 oz
1 tablespoon 0.28 oz 0.28 oz 0.37 oz
2 tablespoons 0.55 oz 0.56 oz 0.75 oz
3 tablespoons 0.83 oz 0.84 oz 1.12 oz
4 tablespoons 1.10 oz 1.12 oz 1.49 oz
5 tablespoons 1.38 oz 1.40 oz 1.87 oz
6 tablespoons 1.66 oz 1.68 oz 2.24 oz
8 tablespoons 2.21 oz 2.24 oz 2.99 oz
10 tablespoons 2.76 oz 2.80 oz 3.73 oz
12 tablespoons 3.31 oz 3.36 oz 4.48 oz
16 tablespoons 4.41 oz 4.48 oz 5.97 oz

Understanding the Units

What is a Tablespoon?

A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.04 oz, based on all-purpose flour having a density of 125.16g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 7.82 (grams per tablespoon for all-purpose flour), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 0.16 tablespoons: 0.16 × 7.82 = 1.25g, then 1.25 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.04 oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh all-purpose flour on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, sift or whisk first to break up clumps, then spoon into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not scoop directly from the bag.
Yes, quite a bit. If you spoon the flour into your measuring spoon and level it off, you will get about 125.16 grams per cup. If you dip directly into the flour bag and sweep level, the flour packs tighter and you can end up with 137.68 to 156.45 grams per cup instead. This conversion uses the spoon-and-level method, which is the standard most baking references follow.
Reverse the conversion: 0.04 oz × 28.3495 = 1.25g, then 1.25g ÷ 7.82 = 0.16 tablespoons. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026