How Much Is 10 Tablespoons of Brown Sugar in Ounces?
10 tablespoons of brown sugar equals 4.85 oz. Brown sugar has a density of 220g per cup (13.75g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 10 tablespoons of honey would be 7.50 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 10 tablespoons of brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar = 13.75g
- 10 × 13.75 = 137.5g
- Convert grams to ounces: 137.5 ÷ 28.3495 = 4.85 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Brown sugar should always be firmly packed into the measuring spoon. Loosely measured brown sugar can weigh 15-20% less than packed.
Brown Sugar at Different Amounts
How brown sugar scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (10 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 10 tablespoons of brown sugar (137.5g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Brown Sugar
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.49 oz | 0.49 oz | 0.66 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.97 oz | 0.98 oz | 1.31 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.46 oz | 1.48 oz | 1.97 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.94 oz | 1.97 oz | 2.62 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.43 oz | 2.46 oz | 3.28 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.91 oz | 2.95 oz | 3.94 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.88 oz | 3.94 oz | 5.25 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.85 oz | 4.92 oz | 6.56 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.82 oz | 5.90 oz | 7.87 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.76 oz | 7.87 oz | 10.50 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
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.