How Much Is 3 Tablespoons of Cake Flour in Ounces?
Converting 3 tablespoons of cake flour to ounces gives 0.75 oz. One tablespoon of cake flour weighs 7.13g, so 3 tablespoons is 3 × 7.13 = 21.38g (0.75 oz). This conversion is specific to cake flour because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 tablespoons of cake flour
- 1 tablespoon of cake flour = 7.13g
- 3 × 7.13 = 21.38g
- Convert grams to ounces: 21.38 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.75 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.
Cake Flour at Different Amounts
How cake flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3 tablespoons of cake flour (21.38g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Cake Flour
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.25 oz | 0.25 oz | 0.34 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.50 oz | 0.51 oz | 0.68 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.75 oz | 0.76 oz | 1.02 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.01 oz | 1.02 oz | 1.36 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.26 oz | 1.27 oz | 1.70 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.51 oz | 1.53 oz | 2.04 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.01 oz | 2.04 oz | 2.72 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.51 oz | 2.55 oz | 3.40 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.02 oz | 3.06 oz | 4.08 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 4.02 oz | 4.08 oz | 5.44 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.