How Much Is 5.67 Tablespoons of Butter in Ounces?
Converting 5.67 tablespoons of butter to ounces gives 2.84 oz. One tablespoon of butter weighs 14.19g, so 5.67 tablespoons is 5.67 × 14.19 = 80.44g (2.84 oz). This conversion is specific to butter because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.67 tablespoons of butter
- 1 tablespoon of butter = 14.19g
- 5.67 × 14.19 = 80.44g
- Convert grams to ounces: 80.44 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.84 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Cold butter straight from the fridge is hardest to measure by volume. Cut it into tablespoon-sized pieces using the wrapper markings for accuracy.
Butter at Different Amounts
How butter scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5.67 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.67 tablespoons of butter (80.44g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Butter
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.50 oz | 0.51 oz | 0.68 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.00 oz | 1.02 oz | 1.35 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.50 oz | 1.52 oz | 2.03 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.00 oz | 2.03 oz | 2.71 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.50 oz | 2.54 oz | 3.38 oz |
| 5.67 tablespoons | 2.84 oz | 2.88 oz | 3.84 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.00 oz | 3.05 oz | 4.06 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.00 oz | 4.06 oz | 5.42 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.00 oz | 5.08 oz | 6.77 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.01 oz | 6.09 oz | 8.12 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.01 oz | 8.12 oz | 10.83 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?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.