How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of All-Purpose Flour in Ounces?
5 tablespoons of all-purpose flour equals 1.38 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, 5 tablespoons of honey would be 3.75 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour = 7.82g
- 5 × 7.82 = 39.11g
- Convert grams to ounces: 39.11 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.38 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 (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (39.11g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
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 |
| 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?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
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.