How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Cinnamon in Ounces?
5 tablespoons of cinnamon weighs 1.41 oz. This is based on cinnamon having a density of 128g 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 5 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of cinnamon = 8g
- 5 × 8 = 40g
- Convert grams to ounces: 40 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.41 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most accurate results, weigh cinnamon on a kitchen scale. At small quantities, even slight over-measuring can overpower a dish.
Cinnamon at Different Amounts
How cinnamon scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of cinnamon (40g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
Other Amounts of Cinnamon
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.28 oz | 0.29 oz | 0.38 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.56 oz | 0.57 oz | 0.76 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.85 oz | 0.86 oz | 1.15 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.13 oz | 1.15 oz | 1.53 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.41 oz | 1.43 oz | 1.91 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.69 oz | 1.72 oz | 2.29 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.26 oz | 2.29 oz | 3.05 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.82 oz | 2.86 oz | 3.82 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.39 oz | 3.44 oz | 4.58 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 4.52 oz | 4.58 oz | 6.11 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?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.