How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Bread Flour in Ounces?
5 tablespoons of bread flour equals 1.40 oz. Bread flour has a density of 127g per cup (7.94g 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 bread flour
- 1 tablespoon of bread flour = 7.94g
- 5 × 7.94 = 39.69g
- Convert grams to ounces: 39.69 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.40 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.
Bread Flour at Different Amounts
How bread flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of bread flour (39.69g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
Other Amounts of Bread Flour
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.28 oz | 0.28 oz | 0.38 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.56 oz | 0.57 oz | 0.76 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.84 oz | 0.85 oz | 1.14 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.12 oz | 1.14 oz | 1.51 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.40 oz | 1.42 oz | 1.89 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.68 oz | 1.70 oz | 2.27 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.24 oz | 2.27 oz | 3.03 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.80 oz | 2.84 oz | 3.79 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.36 oz | 3.41 oz | 4.54 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 4.48 oz | 4.54 oz | 6.06 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.