How Much Is 14.17 Tablespoons of Cornmeal in Ounces?
14.17 tablespoons of cornmeal equals 4.69 oz. Cornmeal has a density of 150g per cup (9.38g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 14.17 tablespoons of honey would be 10.62 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 14.17 tablespoons of cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon of cornmeal = 9.38g
- 14.17 × 9.38 = 132.84g
- Convert grams to ounces: 132.84 ÷ 28.3495 = 4.69 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Pour grains into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not shake or tap, as this settles the grains and increases the weight.
Cornmeal at Different Amounts
How cornmeal scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (14.17 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 14.17 tablespoons of cornmeal (132.84g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Cornmeal
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.33 oz | 0.34 oz | 0.45 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.66 oz | 0.67 oz | 0.89 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.99 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.34 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.32 oz | 1.34 oz | 1.79 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.65 oz | 1.68 oz | 2.24 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.98 oz | 2.01 oz | 2.68 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.65 oz | 2.68 oz | 3.58 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.31 oz | 3.35 oz | 4.47 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.97 oz | 4.03 oz | 5.37 oz |
| 14.17 tablespoons | 4.69 oz | 4.75 oz | 6.34 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 5.29 oz | 5.37 oz | 7.16 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.