How Much Is 3.57 Tablespoons of All-Purpose Flour in Ounces?
3.57 tablespoons of all-purpose flour equals 0.99 oz. All-purpose flour has a density of 125.16g per cup (7.82g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3.57 tablespoons of honey would be 2.68 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.57 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour = 7.82g
- 3.57 × 7.82 = 27.93g
- Convert grams to ounces: 27.93 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.99 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
All-Purpose Flour at Different Amounts
How all-purpose flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3.57 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.57 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (27.93g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of All-Purpose Flour
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 3.57 tablespoons | 0.99 oz | 1.00 oz | 1.33 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?
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.