How Much Is 16.2 Tablespoons of Chocolate Chips in Ounces?
16.2 tablespoons of chocolate chips weighs 6.00 oz. This is based on chocolate chips having a density of 168g 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 16.2 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16.2 tablespoons of chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips = 10.5g
- 16.2 × 10.5 = 170.1g
- Convert grams to ounces: 170.1 ÷ 28.3495 = 6.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
A standard 12 oz bag of chocolate chips is about 2.02 cups. Knowing this helps when a recipe calls for cups but you are working from a bag.
Chocolate Chips at Different Amounts
How chocolate chips scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (16.2 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 16.2 tablespoons of chocolate chips (170.1g) is close in weight to a smartphone (175g).
Other Amounts of Chocolate Chips
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.37 oz | 0.38 oz | 0.50 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.74 oz | 0.75 oz | 1.00 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.11 oz | 1.13 oz | 1.50 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.48 oz | 1.50 oz | 2.00 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.85 oz | 1.88 oz | 2.50 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.22 oz | 2.25 oz | 3.01 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.96 oz | 3.01 oz | 4.01 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.70 oz | 3.76 oz | 5.01 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 4.44 oz | 4.51 oz | 6.01 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 5.93 oz | 6.01 oz | 8.02 oz |
| 16.2 tablespoons | 6.00 oz | 6.09 oz | 8.12 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?
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.