How Much Is 3.52 Tablespoons of Cornstarch in Ounces?
3.52 tablespoons of cornstarch equals 0.99 oz. Cornstarch has a density of 128g per cup (8g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3.52 tablespoons of honey would be 2.64 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.52 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch = 8g
- 3.52 × 8 = 28.16g
- Convert grams to ounces: 28.16 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.99 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
Cornstarch at Different Amounts
How cornstarch scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3.52 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.52 tablespoons of cornstarch (28.16g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Cornstarch
| 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 |
| 3.52 tablespoons | 0.99 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.34 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?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
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.