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How Much Is 17.45 Tablespoons of Baking Powder in Ounces?

Converting 17.45 tablespoons of baking powder to ounces gives 8.85 oz. One tablespoon of baking powder weighs 14.38g, so 17.45 tablespoons is 17.45 × 14.38 = 250.84g (8.85 oz). This conversion is specific to baking powder because each ingredient has a different density.

17.45 tablespoons of baking powder
=
8.85oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
8.85 oz (US) 8.98 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 11.97 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 1 tablespoon = 0.51 oz 2 tablespoons = 1.01 oz 3 tablespoons = 1.52 oz 4 tablespoons = 2.03 oz
Compare: 17.45 tablespoons active dry yeast = 5.54 oz 17.45 tablespoons baking soda = 8.46 oz 17.45 tablespoons black pepper = 4.46 oz
Convert a different ingredient
17.45 tablespoons of baking powder is also
250.84 g (grams)
8.85

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 14.38g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 17.45 tablespoons of baking powder
  2. 1 tablespoon of baking powder = 14.38g
  3. 17.45 × 14.38 = 250.84g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 250.84 ÷ 28.3495 = 8.85 oz

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

Measuring Tip

Baking powder can clump or settle during storage. Stir or sift before measuring by volume for consistent results.

Baking Powder at Different Amounts

How baking powder scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (17.45 tablespoons) is highlighted.

4 tbsp2.03 oz5 tbsp2.54 oz6 tbsp3.04 oz8 tbsp4.06 oz10 tbsp5.07 oz12 tbsp6.08 oz16 tbsp8.11 oz17.45 tbsp8.85 oz

For reference, 17.45 tablespoons of baking powder (250.84g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).

Other Amounts of Baking Powder

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 tablespoon 0.51 oz 0.51 oz 0.69 oz
2 tablespoons 1.01 oz 1.03 oz 1.37 oz
3 tablespoons 1.52 oz 1.54 oz 2.06 oz
4 tablespoons 2.03 oz 2.06 oz 2.74 oz
5 tablespoons 2.54 oz 2.57 oz 3.43 oz
6 tablespoons 3.04 oz 3.09 oz 4.11 oz
8 tablespoons 4.06 oz 4.11 oz 5.49 oz
10 tablespoons 5.07 oz 5.14 oz 6.86 oz
12 tablespoons 6.08 oz 6.17 oz 8.23 oz
16 tablespoons 8.11 oz 8.23 oz 10.97 oz
17.45 tablespoons 8.85 oz 8.98 oz 11.97 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 8.85 oz, based on baking powder having a density of 230g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 14.38 (grams per tablespoon for baking powder), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 17.45 tablespoons: 17.45 × 14.38 = 250.84g, then 250.84 ÷ 28.3495 = 8.85 oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh baking powder 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: 8.85 oz × 28.3495 = 250.84g, then 250.84g ÷ 14.38 = 17.45 tablespoons. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026