How Much Is 2 Tablespoons of Cocoa Powder in Ounces?
2 tablespoons of cocoa powder weighs 0.38 oz. This is based on cocoa powder having a density of 86g 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 2 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder = 5.38g
- 2 × 5.38 = 10.75g
- Convert grams to ounces: 10.75 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.38 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Cocoa powder is extremely light and airy. It compacts easily, so always spoon it into the cup and level off rather than scooping.
Cocoa Powder at Different Amounts
How cocoa powder scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder (10.75g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Cocoa Powder
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.19 oz | 0.19 oz | 0.26 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.38 oz | 0.38 oz | 0.51 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.57 oz | 0.58 oz | 0.77 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.76 oz | 0.77 oz | 1.03 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 0.95 oz | 0.96 oz | 1.28 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.14 oz | 1.15 oz | 1.54 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.52 oz | 1.54 oz | 2.05 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 1.90 oz | 1.92 oz | 2.56 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.28 oz | 2.31 oz | 3.08 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 3.03 oz | 3.08 oz | 4.10 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
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.