How Much Is 16 Tablespoons of Cashews in Ounces?
16 tablespoons of cashews weighs 4.83 oz. This is based on cashews having a density of 137g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 16 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16 tablespoons of cashews
- 1 tablespoon of cashews = 8.56g
- 16 × 8.56 = 137g
- Convert grams to ounces: 137 ÷ 28.3495 = 4.83 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh cashews on a kitchen scale. Volume measurements of nuts vary depending on size, shape, and how tightly they pack.
Cashews at Different Amounts
How cashews scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (16 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 16 tablespoons of cashews (137g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Cashews
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.30 oz | 0.31 oz | 0.41 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.60 oz | 0.61 oz | 0.82 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.91 oz | 0.92 oz | 1.23 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.21 oz | 1.23 oz | 1.63 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.51 oz | 1.53 oz | 2.04 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.81 oz | 1.84 oz | 2.45 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.42 oz | 2.45 oz | 3.27 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.02 oz | 3.06 oz | 4.09 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.62 oz | 3.68 oz | 4.90 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 4.83 oz | 4.90 oz | 6.54 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?
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.